There is a sparkle in the air on this chilly first day of Spring! After a wet and messy weekend, the air is washed clean of pollen (for a moment), and light bounces off the …
Rain came today tiptoeing on quiet feet, making its way across yard and field and street, then splashing joyously in its own puddles, drumming a parade on the roof and shooting fireworks in the sky. …
I have been stalking the dogwood trees in the yard. They are filled with buds, and I am eagerly awaiting the first pop of bloom. I can’t say that I am patient once spring begins …
This morning, I was once again awed by the constancy of God. I stood at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and watched as the sun made its entrance – right on time. I watched …
Today as I walked, the lyrics to an old song from my childhood began humming through my head. I loved this song, and I sang it often. Without any effort the lyrics came back to …
My beautiful Crown of Thorns plant has seen better days. Suffering has been its lot this winter. While it normally sails through the seasons covered with rich green leaves and red flowers, one frigid cold …
Sometimes it helps to remember who I am. I am chosen by the love of God, not worthy but graced to be in His family. I am saved by the mercy of God, paid for …
Spring is peeking under winter’s curtain, and the time for planting is quickly approaching. Once the plants are in the ground, anticipation begins. We wait until we are able to pluck that first ripe tomato …
Don’t borrow from tomorrow Thinking trouble will come due, Wasting precious hours of sunshine As you let the storm clouds brew. Don’t borrow from tomorrow Dreading trials of that day. Today has tasks enough for …
He was at it again this morning. The local bluebird perched on the outside mirror of the truck fully agitated and engaging in warfare with his reflection. Multiple times a day we see him there, …
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