When It’s Hard to Say (or Hear) “Praying for You”
Recently I found out not everyone appreciates it when we say the words “I’ll be praying for you” or asking them to “Please pray for……” On this occasion, I was told “Since I don’t pray, and know for certain that prayer doesn’t work, I’d take it as a personal favor if those of you who…
Make Every Day Count — the Diary and Photo Album of the Wandering Widow!
That’s my new slogan and it sure worked for this weekend. Since I had spent so much quality time with my kids and grandkids over the last seven months of my transition from Oklahoma to Texas, I determined to make Mother’s Day weekend one that I was able to spread the love to other dear…
Happy Presidents Day! Thanks, Presidents!
I gave considerable thought to Presidents’ Day before posting today. In my research, I found this day began as a way of celebrating George Washington’s Birthday (our first U.S. president) and now it’s a federal holiday that honors all presidents of the U.S. In celebrating this day, do we really acknowledge, with gratitude, what our…
Believe and Receive
I’m still here in Austin with who I now call my “Austin Family”. It’s as though my family has been here for quite some time, and they just arrived last weekend. They already have lots of new friends, the boys were already drafted into baseball teams (winning big yesterday). They’re adapting quite well to their…
The Legacy of Praying Grandparents
Day 159 of Photo Inspirations — The Legacy of Praying Grandparents #TBT This is my Grandma and Grandpa, John & Mary Halbert. They’ve long been in heaven, but yesterday, I had sweet memories of them and knew this would be my #TBT photo inspiration today. Back in the day…..50+ years ago, I well remember “Testimony”…
Big Audacious Faith-Filled Prayers
Day 141 of Photo Inspirations — Big Audacious Faith-Filled Prayers Yesterday was Payton’s birthday party — he had planned it for weeks — pool party, pool games, outdoor fun. But then we had to think about Plan B — the forecast was 92% chance of rain. Yesterday, I posted about how I am honing in…
Role Model – Mentor – Women of Example
I have been blessed to have so many amazing female mentors in my life — that started with my precious mother who showed me the power of profound faith — in action. I don’t remember ever hearing her complain about HAVING to work to bring in the needed income when my dad was so sick…