My husband and I have far too few chances to spend time with our grandchildren who live over 400 miles away. So we look for opportunities to share bits of wisdom and stories of yesterday with them whenever we can. … Continue reading →
“Then I’ll tell the world what I find, speak out boldly in public, unembarrassed.” Psalm 119:46 The Message Shy. Bashful. Sensitive. These words defined my early childhood and restrained my voice until I met Mr. Peterson, a month after my parents … Continue reading →
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” Hebrews 12:11 NIV Familiar melodies – the likes of John Phillip Sousa … Continue reading →
I am declaring today as my gratitude Saturday. First because I am grateful that my memory kicked in so I could post here on time and secondly just because this is the day The Lord has made. How do we … Continue reading →
Her short, honey blonde bob swayed back and forth as she skipped down the hallway toward her preschool classroom. Fully equipped with a purple, patent-leather, Beauty and the Beast backpack, she greeted her teacher with a dimpled smile and her brown-eyed twinkle. But, on the … Continue reading →
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 2 Timothy 1:6 (NIV) I know the disappointment of unrealized, childhood dreams. As a young girl … Continue reading →