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  • Settle

    Settle

    She stood quietly in the corner, her expression blank, choosing not to join the group but only to observe. Despite several attempts to involve her in different activities, nothing seemed to work. Eventually, she found her way to the book nook where I was reading with other children. There, she picked up a book and…

  • First-Born

    First-Born

    I laughed so hard, my face hurt not to mention my large belly cradling our first child.  It was a very warm December evening in a crowded, modest home.  My husband’s family – mother, sisters, aunts and cousins – showered me with not only many wonderful presents for our baby but also with their love. …

  • First Table

    First Table

    Sharing around the dinner table has always been a priority in our family.

  • Wonder Who?

  • 2020 Year of JOY

    2020 Year of JOY

    We played at Pinehurst Golf Course and I had 3 pars. Of course we played best ball!

  • The Rest of the Glory Story

    The Rest of the Glory Story

    Exhausted from unpacking, the glow of the security light seemed to say, “it’s gonna be alright.  You are home!” It was July 2005 and we were partially moved in. Each night for sixteen years I would think,” thank you Lord for my house.”  Then getting into bed I’d tell my husband, “Did I ever tell…

  • Have you ever felt numb?

    Have you ever felt numb?

    Agree with God that you will follow him one day at a time.

  • Hope

    Hope

    Psalm 147:11 The Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love.  Hope I can lose 10 lbs. before the wedding. Hope the diagnosis is good. Hope I don’t get Covid-19 (too late already had it). Hope this virus will go away!! Hope Jesus will return soon! Hope I…

  • Blessings of J O Y!

    Blessings of J O Y!

    Ventured out today to inspect the blueberry crop.  A few days ago, they were full of blooms. Several nights of cold temps in 30’s and some frost – but always sun came up and warmed up early.  So surely, they made it???? Sad to report just few blossoms survived.  If these make it through tonight’s…

  • Alive and Grateful

    Alive and Grateful

    I’m thankful the word of God speaks to our needs daily. Because of health reasons my husband does not attend church with me some Sundays.  Friends will ask, “How is John?”  Being the honest person that I am – I say, “He is hurting, he didn’t sleep last night or not too good today.”  Wanting…