Thanks to the Son AND the Sunflower
A year ago, this day, I held a beautiful bridal bouquet adorned with sunflowers, gifted by my soon-to-be husband. Sunflowers have since become my favorite flower, not just for their radiant beauty, but because they serve as a remarkable reminder of God’s incredible handiwork. These vibrant flowers are unique in their behavior: each morning, they…
The Man and the Legend
It is an honor, on this 9th day of June, to celebrate my “other” son. Yes, I have one son by birth and the “other” son was God’s gift to my daughter, Staci, their two children, Payton and Alexia, ME and so many others look up to him, his wisdom, and his tender and loving…
He’s a Good, Good Father on this Good Friday!
I’m smiling because I posted this family photo on what is supposed to be a somber, serious day. But is it really? Were it not for THIS day, we wouldn’t have an Easter. This photo was taken at our church in Shawnee, OK. It was a big deal to dress up for Easter. Had to…
When Life is Sad — God is Good
I just can’t help myself. The inspirations at VBS keep coming so I must keep sharing! This has been a week of watching so many precious children get all caught up in God’s goodness and yesterday was off the charts. We had a departure of wandering in the wilderness with the Israelites to a day…
Are You Praying for your Children’s Future Husband or Wife?
I did. And God answered my prayers. Today, I am celebrating the birthday of my daughter’s husband, Larry, who I call “my son”. God gave us YOU, Larry Wallace! I’m sharing this birthday wish to not just my son, Larry, but to all who follow me. I want you to know this man changed my…
The Last Word: “And Many More…..”
Are you one of those who has to have the last word? If so, then at the conclusion of singing “Happy Birthday” to someone, you probably added the big finish: “and mannny more!!” I always sing “and many more” under my breath in hopes that my quiet wish might help to safeguard the birthday boy…
What Storms Threaten Your Life Today? Praise Him in the Storm!
Here I am – comfy, cozy, warm, dry, safe and sound – while so many people on the East coast are reeling from the devastation of Hurricane Matthew. More tornadoes, more surges of over 9 feet, power lines down and no power for hundreds of thousands of people. And then seeing the thousands of people…
Web Worms or Heart Worms
Day 250 of Photo Inspirations — Web Worms or Heart Worms While we were walking this week, my friends and I were surprised at the web worms that were consuming gorgeous trees outside our community. Those web worms are uninvited guests and have invaded and taken over those trees. They are attacking and defoliating…
Then Came the Morning — He is Risen
HE IS RISEN!! ALLELUIA!! Happy Resurrection Morning!!! 2,000+ years ago — there was tremendous fear in the Jesus’ followers because of such diabolical evil that had been rendered against the Son of God. They lost their dearest friend. How could they go on? But, THEN CAME THE MORNING!!! The stone was rolled away AND Christ…
How BIG is Easter?
Tomorrow is Easter! And, of course, the reason Easter is the most important day on the Christian calendar is because of the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, from the dead. It is the most important event in the history of this world and the entire universe. True HOPE was established by…