Who am I? A wife for almost 40 years. A mom for over 36 years. A sister and a friend, of course. Each of these help describe me. But, even more, I have been a Christian since accepting Him as my Savior when I was 12 years old and, this truth defines each area of my life. I have enjoyed some mountain top experiences but have been through some very deep valleys as well. Valleys of incredible grief and even pits of depression. However, most of my days are ordinary, routine kind of days. But in every one of my days, God has been faithful. He has walked with me whatever the day. He strengthens, comforts, encourages and blesses me with life "most abundant."

A favorite life verse: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. John 10:10

Why do I write? Though not quite as private as my dad, I am definitely my father's daughter. I find it difficult to share. And to let others in. But I do love to write. I love to put words into sentences and sentences in paragraphs that help express my thoughts. I hope my words help me share my heart. Share the life that God has given me and all that He has done for me and through me. I write with the hope of giving Him at least a bit of the glory He is due.

A verse to guide my writing: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. I Peter 1:7

Tag: Rascal

Just a Little of This and Little of That

Posted on August 30, 2010January 11, 2019 By jennifer

A Simple Woman’s Daybook: August 30, 2010 Outside my window….it is the beginning of another summer day. No doubt those crisp, fall-like mornings from last week were just a tease! Hot and humid today and August will go out in all her glory:) I am thinking….about Jordan. I am so…

A View of the Heart

Posted on April 21, 2009January 11, 2019 By jennifer

I mentioned yesterday that our sweet pup got sick on Sunday evening. He started with a wheeze/gag/reverse cough combo symptom that was very pitiful to hear. Of course, it was the weekend and we went back and forth as to whether to take him to the all-night emergency clinic but…

Wordless Wednesday…a spoiled pooch

Posted on March 11, 2009January 11, 2019 By jennifer

Someone got a haircut!!

Life is Good!

Posted on January 9, 2009January 11, 2019 By jennifer

Just for the record…everyone at our house has their own bed and sleeps in it…including the dog! Ok….most of the time! Rascal does wake us every morning at 6:30 (I’m telling you, he is better than an alarm clock) and gets to sleep at the foot of the bed until…

Rascal!

Posted on October 30, 2008January 11, 2019 By jennifer

Thankful Thursday ….and I cannot believe it has taken me this long to give thanks for (and introduce) Rascal!! You might ask, “What kind of pup is he?” We don’t really know – some type of poodle mix. “How old is he?” We don’t really know – maybe about five!?!…

It's nice to meet you. I currently live in Virginia...not too far from the nation's capital. My heart longs for less traffic, less politics, less construction and a lot more hillsides dotted with cattle. And maybe a few chickens:) However, this is where God has placed me and I am blessed. In 2022, my husband retired and I turned 60 (!!) and I feel as if we entered a new season of life. Like all seasons, there are new adventures as well as new challenges, but I am looking forward to all that God has in store in the days ahead. He has always been faithful to me! I hope you will catch a glimpse of that here on my blog.