Temple Tuesday Was Just That
Tuesday of Holy Week could be called “Temple Tuesday,” because in Matthew 21 we read how Jesus spent this day of Holy Week at the temple — teaching and using parables to make his points. He was constantly confronted by religious leaders. They challenged his authority to teach the people, and lamblasted him with unreasonable…
Worry Less; Smile More Often
Worry Less; Smile More Often I’ve posted this photo before, but it is such a powerful reminder of the childlike faith and trust that we all need so much. I just had to share it again for you AND me. Don’t you just love watching a baby sleeping? His/Her adorable little smiles that just indicate…
The Thing Is NOT The Thing
Day 35 of Photo Inspirations — The Thing is NOT The Thing! I saw this photo of an iceberg and it reminded me of the Alaskan Cruise we took several years ago when our ship docked in Juneau and we took the tour to the Mendenhall Glacier. This amazing glacier is 12 miles long, a…
Life-Changing Experiences When Trusting the Master and His Plan
That’s me — Director of Telecommunications and Mail Services at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada — 22 years ago. This was the cover of MTS’ (Manitoba Telephone Service), magazine. What a blessing to have worked at the U of M for the 7 years that we lived in Winnipeg. Of course, Winnipeg was…
Before — Barren; After – Oasis — What is Your Before and After?
BEFORE — I was the first to receive the “Certificate of Occupancy” to move into my new home back in Nov, 2012. When I bought my lot in this new community — only dirt and earth-moving machinery were here – no streets, sidewalks, or other houses – just signage with a photo of what would…
I’m Not Telling You It’s Going To Be Easy! I Am Telling You It’s Going To Be Worth It!
We were married for just three months, when my sweet, young husband announced that we should start our family. “We want to be young parents and grand-parents”, was his rationale. Indeed, we were just babies when we had our babies (we were 18 & 19 with the first, & 20 & 21 with the second).…
Child Like Faith — I Wanna’ Live Like That
Daddy says, “Jump! Trust me!” A leap of faith means the child has to put aside all inhibitions and fears. But, no problem. She has child-like faith. That faith that shows all-out, undaunted trust that her Daddy is going to catch her. And she jumps to her beloved Daddy. No fear – only trust! And…
Throw Your Hands in the Air and Enjoy the Ride!
I’ve always loved the craziest, wildest rides at amusement parks. Maybe that’s why becoming a private pilot was no big deal for me. I think wild rides are part of my DNA, because God’s plans for us sure did include some like that. For over 43 years, my Honey and I encouraged many people to…
Tough Times Don’t Last, But Tough People AND Trees Do!
I set out to buy two trees for my yard. My main criteria? Hardy. A very knowledgeable tree specialist guided me to this Maple Tree (left). It would be on the west side of my home and would eventually have a great canopy from the sun, and yes, it’s a hardy tree. I chose the…
If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat!
You know the deal — when we stretch our faith, and go for it: “Yes, we’re buying a house” or “Yes, we’re going to start our family — we’re going to have a baby” or “Yes, I’m changing jobs — the pay is less, but it’s what I love to do” or “Yes, I will…