Monthly Archives: November 2022

We dress for all occasions even though we seem to live in an “anything goes” culture.  When we go to a funeral, we avoid bright colors that might draw attention to ourselves because we attend to pay respect and honor … Continue reading →

In a few short days many people will gather to reunite our families around a table full of food.  I pray there will be laughter as memories are recalled while making new ones on this day.  Most of all I … Continue reading →

“When you least expect it—expect it!” When our kids would try to overtake their dad in tickle wars or harmless pranks, this was his warning to the little ones who thought they could win against their dad.  They rarely defeated … Continue reading →

In my past work, I had to travel a great deal.  Traveling in flight is not as glamorous as it looks.  Those who travel for work by plane know that it is the same as riding a bus or taking … Continue reading →

Amazing grace how sweet the soundThat saved a wretch like meI once was lost, but now I’m foundWas blind but now I see What are we hanging onto to that blinds us from God’s amazing grace?  What is it that … Continue reading →

There is no more secure feeling than to be accepted by who you think are the “insiders,” the ones “in the know,” God’s people who are kind and compassionate to you refusing to leave you outside to be slandered and … Continue reading →

I am one to hold off in buying something we need or want until it goes on sale.  I am a clearance cruiser, coupon clipping connoisseur in the shopping world.  No matter what it is, I will only buy it … Continue reading →

We were in a stage of life when our current home was becoming too small for our growing family of five. So, we began looking for a home that we could afford and that would meet our needs.  It was … Continue reading →

Jesus, Son of God, came to earth to set things right and restore a right relationship between God and mankind.  Jesus work on the cross was God’s Plan to save us from the beginning.  God knew we would sin.  God … Continue reading →

Wait, what?  Feet.  Our feet.  Look down for a moment and look at your bare feet.  How beautiful are they?  My feet were growing in a deformed way causing my gait to become more painful each year.  I finally let … Continue reading →