It is 2017. We have a new President, Donald J. Trump. We also have alot of controversy over a Women's Movement. I am not sure that I am all into it because it seems to contradict the way that I feel. I realize that there are those who calmly stand up for equal rights for… Continue reading I am a Cherished Woman
Birthdays
January 7 was Mike’s birthday. It was always a challenge having a birthday right after Christmas. One, it really sneaks up on you! I always wanted to have Christmas decorations put away. In my mind, there needed to be a separation between Christmas and birthday décor. Two, the weather was a factor more times than… Continue reading Birthdays
Crabby, Coincidence, Compassion
I guess you can tell that I was a Pastor’s wife because my devotional today has three sections and they all start with the same letter, C. What can I say? I loved his style! Crabby. Do you ever have one of those days when it started out productive and worthwhile? Then you get a… Continue reading Crabby, Coincidence, Compassion
Prune and Tune
Prune and Tune – two words that we have to do occasionally. First we have to prune. I am not talking about the fruit because I wouldn’t do anything with that. I am talking about the verb “prune.” It means to remove what is superfluous or undesirable. I have a rose bush in the front… Continue reading Prune and Tune
A River in a Desert
Isaiah 43:19 says, “Behold, I will do something new, now it will spring forth; Will you not be aware of it? I will even make a roadway in the wilderness and rivers in the desert, to give drink to My chosen people.” Six years ago, my husband and I faced a decision that was very hard to make. It… Continue reading A River in a Desert
A future unexpected
The picture shows what was in a fortune cookie as my husband and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary. "A thrilling adventure is in your near future" and "You will accomplish great things in your free time this week." We decided to get away for our anniversary leaving our 12 year old behind with a… Continue reading A future unexpected