S.O.S.Time to Slow Down
My dear Tulsa friend often sends me emails that include hilarious photos, statements, and stories that give me comedic relief. I loved this one from a few days ago:S.O.S.“An Airbus 380 is on its way across the Atlantic. It flies consistently at 800 km/h at 30,000 feet, when suddenly a Eurofighter with Tempo Mach 2…
Do You Get Caught Up in the Winds?
In Rusk, TX where they are working relentlessly on their property that will be a blessing to many, I received this text message from my daughter on Thursday: “It’s intense here; 60+ mph winds! Our contractors are having to take measures on our house so that it doesn’t come apart. Please pray for secure protection…
Peace, Goodness and Mercy in the Storm
I love to share about God’s peace, goodness and mercy that follows us all the days of our lives (Psalm 23:6) but then comes along another storm that rocks and reels our world. Hurricane Ida came in with a vengeance. I was thankful to see my Louisiana friends mark themselves as safe on Facebook. But…
Just to be Close to You
I’m fortunate to live here in Austin now where I can have sweet, quality time with my two youngest grandsons. They have left Nana’s nest – no longer my two hyper little guys that gave me a work-out when I took care of them. But, I still get the sweet cuddles when I’m with them.…
A Little Encouragement Goes a Long Way
I often see visitors coming into our complex for a tour of the property. Sometimes I strike up a conversation with them to let them know how wonderful it is to live here. I was speaking to a visitor and her daughter and I asked the mother if she was married or single. She immediately…
The P & P Factor
I learn something new every day! This day I learned about the P & P Factor from my daughter, who is in the heat of Texas’ summer, while awaiting electricity to their new property in Rusk, TX. No electricity in that neck of the woods means over-the-top hot days and nights. While overseeing construction, they…
The Comfort of Bentley
Recently I blogged “Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder” – unless that one cannot physically see. Case in point. I took care of Bentley for a few days while my children were out of town. Bentley is their 12-year-old Havanese dog who cannot see. Sometimes I feel like he can, because he navigates…
Our Texas Winter Wonderland — Through it All
As a kid, I remember snowy days. We prayed for them. No school! Getting to play in the snow! I DON’T remember days like this. Rotating outages is something new. At least there was an emergency plan like this in place for times like this – though in Texas, I’m sure they never thought they’d…
Doing What We Can
Daily, I report for duty and ask God for my daily assignments. I’ll admit His responses often leave me asking: “Really? Me? Who am I to do that?” I’ve come to know if He leads me to it, He equips me with the wisdom and fortitude to do it. I’ve been reading about Moses and…
Have You Had a “There was Jesus” Moment?
If you have a play list or listen to the radio, I’m sure you’ve heard Christian singer and songwriter Zach Williams singing with country legend Dolly Parton, ‘There Was Jesus.’ Zach, after years as a heavy rocker with drug addiction, turned to God. It was his “There was Jesus” moment because from that moment on,…