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First Journal
Keeping a journal for 48 years led to writing our book Shekinah Lane. Also helped bolster my faith in the power of God in mine and others lives.
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First Bloom
Emptying trash I noticed my forsythia (yellow bell) was blooming. It was around 46 degrees and there was no sun. But the rain from day before and little sunshine caused the bush to put forth its yellow buds. After a harsh winter, it was so good to see new life. I then looked at my…
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Play The Ball Where It Lies!
Published before pictures added. Reposting now.
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Last Letter
It was Mother’s Day 1985. Relaxing that evening, after a pleasant day with family, my thoughts turned to my mother in Georgia. Living In Michigan I did not have the opportunity to see her as much as I would like. So, I decided to write her a letter. It has not always been easy for…
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He Knows the Way
Oh, a Rainbow! I snapped a photo. I know a rainbow as a sign of God’s promise –yes to not flood world again – but it was God’s promise to be with me in this season of my life. I put the code in the Airb&b door – nothing. I tried again. Ok, God where…
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Hit or Hug
The driver swerved and screeched to a stop and the fellow inside greeted me with I’m sure many expletives and blew his horn. This just added to my gloomy day! Woke up and noticed king size pillow next to me. Grabbed it and gave it a hug. Always put it beside me – reminds me…
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Who Do You Follow?
Simon Says! Have you ever played “Simon Says?” Most of us have as kids – the leader gives instructions – “Simon says -lift your left leg, Simon says – lift your right leg, Simon says – raise your right arm.” You anticipate the next move – then leader says, “Lift your left arm.” You are following…
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Let the River Flow – What a Blessing!
(Excerpt from Shekinah Lane.) It had been a quiet morning reflecting on God’s goodness. I had just finished reading the devotional in My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers for September 6. He compared our lives to a river and how out of us will flow the rivers that will bless to the uttermost…