Valentine’s Day – it seems you love it. Or, you just don’t. I’ve heard folks lament that it is just a Hallmark-created holiday…simply a reason to make money. I suppose the same could be said for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or any number of other days; but I personally don’t see anything wrong with a…
No Need for a Fleece
I recently read these lines in a devotion: “Some people look for problems. They find a problem with every solution instead of the other way around.” I know so many people just like that. Whatever situation, problem or struggle they might be facing or trying to resolve, they have three problems with every possible solution…
“Make Thee An Ark….”
Several months ago, we “cut the cord.” Or, we canceled our cable. And we haven’t missed it one minute…well, except for HomeTown. Have you watched HomeTown? Absolutely one of our favorite shows and we had to manage a way to watch the current series without our cable subscription. If you are not familiar with it,…
A Little Letters Look at January
Yes, the beginning of February is well underway but I still want to look back at last month. To remember and appreciate all that God allowed to happen and the hidden blessings of this year’s first month. If I am not purposeful to do so, all I will see (and remember) is cold days, long nights, bitter…
Where Do You Live?
We were gathered around the table for another afternoon of UNO. Certainly one of the highlights of my week. Uno with my special, senior friends at the nearby assisted living complex. Sally played cards that afternoon which was nice because it has been quite a while since she has wanted to join us. After she…
When Perfection is Paralyzing
I read recently how black bears cleverly walk in the footprints left by other bears that have lumbered the same path before them. Over and over, they use the same tracks – sometimes leaving patterns that last for years. I’m sure they do this for many reasons but one reason is to avoid making noise…even…
My Word for This Year
I am not athletic. Never have been. I’m actually not even super keen on athletics. It seems so many games, and sporting events happen…well, outdoors and, if I’m not athletic, I am certainly not outdoorsy. I love God’s beauty seen in nature and I appreciate the health benefits of getting outside, but in my heart…
Welcome 2019 – So Glad You Are Here:)
I am a morning person. Through and through, the lover of a brand new day. It is also no secret I love Mondays! Love them. I also love the beginning of a new month and, well, the beginning of a new year is just the best of new beginnings. I am in my happy place on…
A Lover of Words
I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Christmas. Mine was special – and involved a lot of change…or new things for our family. New, in a good way. (New people. New places. New plans and new traditions.) Actually, there has been quite a bit of change around here. Hopefully, I will be sharing a bit more about…
With His Stripes
Today is the last Five Minute Friday for this year. Not only has this link-up been a wonderful challenge throughout the year – challenging my thoughts and my writing – but the other posts have been encouraging, convicting and helpful as well. For those new to FMF, each week there is a one-word prompt and…