Thanks, Veterans! I Owe You My Next Breath of Fresh Air!
Happy Memorial Day! As I walked up to my church on Saturday Evening, I saw those many flags stationed throughout the churchyard. I was delighted to see so much patriotism. I had holy chill bumps. I can only imagine what the veterans and current people of uniform must have felt. I’m honored to sing with…
It Smells and Tastes so Good
Since this is the first Sunday of Lent — the 40 days leading up to Easter when we go introspective to examine our hearts, I’m thinking about food. What? Seriously! Isn’t that the way it is when we purposely decide we’re not going to eat this or that as an offering or sacrifice to God,…
Little Ways Pay Off in Big Dividends
After months of what seems to be “little” accomplishments, part of me longs to hear about some of God’s BIG ways – BIG wins – BIG worthwhile news – BIG discoveries like a cure for Covid. But, from so many biblical indicators – God seems to work best in the “littles”. Just think about the…
Happy Mother’s Day to the Sisterhood!
And that is YOU even if you’ve never borne down in the battle cry of birth or not! Of course, I honor my own precious mother today because if it weren’t for her – I wouldn’t be and neither would these children and grandchildren of mine. The best of me came from her. I thank…
Love and Death are Delicately Intertwined
Along with me, my son, and three of my grandsons are in the kitchen and dining area, having great conversation and, of course, silliness abounds with the two younger ones. I speak: “Alexa, play Michael Buble”, and “I’m Going Home” starts to play. My son says “I love that song!” The next song is “You…
It’s Just a Matter of Time
I preplanned taking my watch in for repair while I was in Tulsa last week. My jeweler recognized me, and my watch, though it’s been years since going in to see him. As a matter of time AND fact, 13 years. He keeps good records. This 18 kt gold watch is a treasured possession that…
Take Up Arms and Be Hope Bearers
I’m wide awake at 2:00 am. I determine it’s a gentle call from my Father. He is wanting my undivided attention. It’s the perfect time for us to collaborate. He speaks to my heart through His Word and as I prepare my blog to post in a few hours, I see my dear friend’s post…
A Filet Knife Can Sure Slice and Dice
All that blood! On our fishing trips, I am the designated cook. It’s my pleasure. I love rustling in all the fisher-people for their next chow-down. My son, Larry, is the fish-filet-er. He uses the sharpest filet knife to get the perfect, boneless filets for our big fish-fry. It was that knife that was laying…
“They Opened Their Mouths With Wisdom!” Hey Girls! That’s You and Me!
Happy Mother’s Day to all Moms! That includes all women who have been gifted with the “maternal instinct” of nurturing and caring for others. One of the greatest joys in life is to be a mother to my own children and to those God put into my life “to mother”. There is something unique and…
Happy Memorial Day!
I live in a 55+ community of almost 3,000 homes and I’ve noticed incredible patriotism throughout on this Memorial Day. American flags are lining the main roadways and most homes have a flag in their yard or on their home. I’m quite sure many of those who live in this community are veterans and/or they…