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…
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“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…
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…
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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…
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Be Still My Heart
I shared this photo earlier this week on my Instagram. It was given to me last weekend while I was visiting my 90-year old aunt. We were looking through a stack of photos she had stuffed into an old album. There were several of my parents, my grandparents and many…
Christmas Peace
Off-balance. Out of kilter. Or, as one definition described it, “….in a state of confusion or chaos.” So much in our world seems to be off-balance. Everything from politics and popular opinion to sports, entertainment and current events. It affects our world, our communities, our churches, our homes, and our own hearts. …
The Value of One
I love words. I love grammar and I love vocabulary. And, of course, I love writing words. I have always admired those who can use words – eloquently, humorously or any of a hundred other ways – to express themselves. Poetry and songwriting are some of the most expressive ways to convey…
Two Thoughts on “One” Prompt
Typically, I read the Five Minute Friday prompt just before I go to bed on Thursday. (It’s posted late…really.) 🙂 I often have a verse, or even a song, that immediately comes to my mind. But, then I go to sleep. If the thought is still with me in the…
“Rolled Away, Rolled Away”
For years (over 20), I was involved in the children’s mid-week ministry at our church. We called it “Crusaders” and I taught the 3-5-year-olds! What a wonderful age! This photo is actually my sweet Tyler at age three…but in his Easter finery, I believe, with his friends. And a mouth…
Stop Going With the Flow
To a great extent, our lives are made up – perhaps even determined – by the choices we make. Certainly there are things that we have no control over but, even then, we can choose how to respond and how to react. Most things, however, do come with choice and,…
Who I Am in Christ
I’m definitely late today but did not want to miss Five Minute Friday. I always look forward to these posts….and am always amazed how one word can direct so many insightful, helpful and encouraging thoughts and posts! Reading through the link-up is always a highlight. This week’s prompt is WHO….
A Season to Offer Praise
Today has been 100 percent fall. The leaves are just beginning their transition…but the temperatures are perfect autumn. Sweater weather. Clear skies and glorious sunshine that warms up the chilly morning. The front porch mums are bursting out in color. I helped put out a staff lunch today at my…