As I sat at my kitchen table this morning, reading and writing, I sipped my french roast coffee (with a touch of creamer, of course) and took a deep breath.
obviously, coffee n- cream refreshes me!
It is still a mystery to me that spending time in the word of God lightens my heart. I [...]
Archive for June, 2008
times of refreshing come from……
Posted in Family, Friends, community, life, random thoughts, refreshing on June 27, 2008 | 14 Comments »
authenticity….
Posted in Faith, Friends on June 26, 2008 | 9 Comments »
Ok, so I have been on a song-sharing kick the past few days….and yes, there is more of that to come. Ed and Nor have challenged me to figure out how to upload songs on an MP3 file…yikes! I will do my best.
I did share a song last night at church (hold me close–see post below)
One [...]
Happy Gardening!
Posted in gardening, random thoughts on June 22, 2008 | 11 Comments »
I was planting a tomato plant in the same spot I planted last year and, no joking, I have hundreds of plants coming up in the same spot as last year!!
HUNDREDS! Ok, so I didn’t count them, but there has to be at least that many!:roll:
I love seeds, and seeing God in the law of [...]
I asked for a kiss…
Posted in Christmas, Faith, Family, community, life, my girls on June 22, 2008 | 10 Comments »
On the morning we were to go and get our Christmas tree, I was trying to put on my best Christmas smiley face. But I was not feeling it inside. However, the girls were excited, so I moved forward on their behalf. I made the chili, the hot cocoa, packed the snacks, and extra [...]
drinking fountains?
Posted in Family, Friends, community, humor, life, my girls, my man on June 20, 2008 | 15 Comments »
I can remember one of our first visits to the Fire Station. Sean had just taken a new job with MFD. I dressed my girls all up, curled their hair, and convinced them that if they were on their best behavior, that surely daddy would invite us all back again.
We brought in dinner for the shift: [...]
The widow and the apples….
Posted in Faith, Family, Friends, community, life, my girls on June 18, 2008 | 14 Comments »
I can remember the cool fall morning the call came out. At our church we call it “Shout Out”. It is an email that lists the needs of people in our community. Those who are sick, or in need.
Sean was on duty that day, but my girls and I responded to the call. It was [...]
What inspires you?
Posted in Uncategorized on June 18, 2008 | 21 Comments »
I am a creative person. I love to write lyrics, and paint, and plant flowers. I love to rearrange my furniture, paint a wall a new color, shop at second hand stores for a unique piece for my home or garden. I like to cook with fresh herbs from my garden……
Sometimes, often, I can feel [...]
The widow and the apples
Posted in Faith, Family, Friends, community, life, my girls on June 18, 2008 | 3 Comments »
I don’t know where my story went!! I just finished typing it all up, and poof it is gone! Hmmm……maybe I will rewrite it, or ask the Lord if there is a different story to share. grrrr……:-)
Link Love
Posted in Faith, Family, community, dementia, growing older, tough decisions on June 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
My mom is new to blogging, like me! I love her insight and heart.
She is writing about the decline of her dad, and the decisions she is having to make on his behalf. He has been in a care facility for almost 2 months. I know you will be blessed! It is something that many [...]
Connecting in the midst of loss
Posted in Faith, Family, Friends, community, death, father's day, firefighters, fundraiser, life, my girls, my man on June 16, 2008 | 5 Comments »
I feel so full. and so blessed.
The last two days have been an incredible blessing. I am reminded of the scripture that it is more blessed to give than receive.
Fundraiser Saturday and Sunday
The guys arrived early in the morning to set up the shade cover, tables, t-shirts, banners and memorial poster. The BEAUTIFUL signs were [...]
