Lessons From A Hike
I have mentioned before that my son enjoys hiking. I would say he is quite an experienced hiker. He loves a challenging path and loves to discover ones as well. …
Tag: Lessons Learned
Surrendering Plan B
Imagine this scenario. A husband and wife are hurrying through the morning activities and are planning the evening. The wife says she will be home later than usual and asks…
Three Thoughts from Missions Conference
As I mentioned on Instagram, this past week was the annual missions conference at our church. This week is always a highlight and, as I hoped, my heart has been…
God Provides and Teaches Me – Day by Day
On Tuesdays, I often try to link up with Mary Geisen. Her blog is always such a blessing and her weekly link-up includes plenty of encouragement and practical wisdom from…
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…
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…
Lesson Learned at the UNO Table
One of my weekly highlights is playing UNO with my senior friends at the assisted living home near me. We have a core group of regulars and a few, including…
Lattes and Porch Rocking
Back in January, I (along with plenty of other bloggers) choose one word to begin the new year. One word for a personal goal, a new year’s resolution or simply…
Little Grandma
I have one more post about Thailand. I hope it is not too much. So many of the lessons learned while on a trip such as the one I had…
Too Many Steps for an Old Lady
June is in the books – and that means my (long-awaited for and much anticipated) trip to Thailand has now come and gone. I typically like to look back over…
No Bargaining with God
The art of negotiation starts early. We’ve all seen the toddler given a plate of food that does not include pasta or chicken nuggets. He vacillates between refusing to take a…
Lesson Learned: The Necklace
The necklace was, actually, just the beginning of the trouble. And, no, it wasn’t this necklace but that was just too cute not to include! I enjoy essential oils. I…