Behind Closed Doors
Ever say: “I’m waiting for doors to open”, meaning a job opportunity, or patiently waiting for a store to open its doors, or the cash windfall that you could sure use that’s behind those closed doors? Remember when we placed our hands and fingers in a position to show “Here’s the church; here’s the steeple.”…
Love, Jesus
Love, JesusAs a teenager, I was so excited to see my name on a name tag on a carefully wrapped present. I couldn’t wait for Christmas. I remember carefully unwrapping the present, checking out the contents, and, with care, wrapping the gift back up. Speaking of name tags, wouldn’t it be awesome to see a…
Christmas is Coming Soon
How does that statement make you feel? If you’re like many people, it may be along the lines of one or more of these scenarios: • You love the season, but your mind immediately jumps to a stressful “to-do” list.• You have absolutely no clue what present(s) to get for [whomever] — or when you’ll…
The Royal Treatment
We took turns telling my son, Ryan, how special he is to us on Father’s Day. Each one, with their own unique personality and style, shared their sentiments — some of which were hilarious. When it was my turn, I teared up because this man is a “chip off the old block”. He looks and…
Don’t Look for the Answers
Look for the Giver. I heard those words spoken and they resonated with me. How often do we ask the stand-pat questions in a state of wonder and concern: “When? Where? How? Why?” when we should be nuzzling in close to the Giver – the One who knows it all and has all the answers.…
Blessed is She Who Believes
That title was inspired by Luke 1:45 “Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her!” Mary’s cousin, Elizabeth, proclaimed those affirming words to Mary after a long trip from Nazareth. It’s only 20 days until Christmas AND 26 days until 2021, but who’s counting? I’m inspiring myself as…
Happy Thanks-giving and Grateful for Thanks-Living
Happy Thanksgiving! I’m so thankful for YOU! I’m thankful you’re my friend, family member or casual acquaintance, but the fact that you may read my daily blogs from time to time, humbles me, and encourages me to keep on doing what I know God called me to do. THANK YOU for your love! I’m so…
The Feather: A Symbol of High Honor
Yesterday, I was drawn again to all the geese that abound in my community. Not before the last couple of days did I notice so many of their feathers all around the grounds. I gathered enough molten feathers for a feather bouquet. My research found that Native American culture believes that all things possess an…
She Opens Her Mouth with Wisdom
I’m still in Austin — was planning only a few days, but when I was needed for a project, I stayed a few days longer. Then, I was leaving on Thursday, but my precious son, in a stance that reminded me of him as a little boy, said, “Mommy, would you please stay for Mother’s…
The Only Story You’ll Regret is the One Left Untold
I have little time to scroll through my FB timeline, but when I do, I often get a bright idea for my next blog. I saw a post a few days ago and it inspired me to keep telling stories of my past. Even though my listeners and readers may yawn at yet another one…