Wrong Car. Right Guy
It’s been seven years since Andrew died. Seven years of grief and grace. Seven years of living without one of my kids, without seeing him finish school, follow his dreams, dance, or smile. Today I am grateful for fun stories shared by his friends. One of Andrew’s friends, Sarah, sent me this note just a month after The Accident. They were in Texas together for two summers. This note made me laugh and cry. I’ve remained friends with Sarah and asked her permission to share. I hope this Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful for on April 12, 2020
Corona Virus Quarantine Shelter In Place Order Social Distancing Businesses Closed Hospitals Overflowing People Dying So many things to fear or complain about. Opportunities to grumble and whine. But we who follow Christ are called to give thanks. We are called to gratitude. Today is Easter. We are celebrating the Risen Christ from home. As Christians throughout the ages have done when facing persecution, captivity, or calamity. I am grateful. I choose to give thanks. Will Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful for on the 12th of…
Looking back at my Twelve Things posts, I noticed my husband is often included. We’ve been married more than 36 years, so he plays a huge roll in my life. Yep, he’s here again. But he’s doesn’t top the list. 😁 Things I’m grateful for today include: 1. My new puppy! Molly. I’m grateful for her most of the time. I’m not so grateful for the little puppy poop she still leaves in the house. Or bites from those razor-sharp teeth! But who could get mad at that pug face?? Molly Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful For On the 12th of…
It’s been a long time since I shared my gratitude list. Please know that I am very grateful! I just haven’t shared lists with you. I’ve been thinking lately that I should get back in the habit of posting these monthly lists. During the past eighteen months as I’ve gone through trials, I made lots mental gratitude lists; being grateful helps me set my mind on things above rather than dwelling on hard, ugly things. I try to thank God not only for the good things in my life but also for Read more [...]
Thankful
Even in hard times, we can choose gratitude.
I’d forgotten this truth until a woman reminded last week. She chose gratitude in her grief. She encouraged me to do the same. Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful For On the 12th, May…
Today is my husband's birthday! Read not only how we met but Twelve Things About Ron I'm Grateful for on the 12th. Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful For On the 12th –…
Springtime! I love seeing all the new growth and new life on our property. Flowers blooming. Trees budding. Animals enjoying sunshine and warmer days. I'm especially loving the birds I see at our feeder and around our pond this spring.
Blue birds. I love seeing blue birds. Except blue jays. They are mean. Ron's grandmother told her boys they were never to use their B.B. guns to shoot bird for fun. Except blue jays. She hated them. They picked on the song birds she loved so much. Her grandsons Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful For On the 12th –…
Today I am grateful for
Flour
Sugar
Brown sugar
Salt
Vanilla
Baking soda
Fresh eggs
Chocolate chips
Chopped walnuts
Electric mixer
Large mixing bowl
Baking stone
Yes, I made cookies. A double batch of toll house cookies. I bake only about six at time. The rest of the dough goes in the fridge for baking later. This way we can have freshly baked cookies every night!
The Accident happened on August 12, 2013. Because of the late time and remote location, they were declared Read more [...]
Twelve Things I’m Grateful For On the 12th (Feb…
You may have noticed I'm posting scripture memes each day. It's Valentines Month. The scriptures I'm using all speak of love - the Father's love for us or how we are to love one another.
Love doesn't always look as I would want; sometimes God's love includes discipline and correction. He loves me enough to change me, to conform me to the image of His Son. The love I receive from family and friends may also include honest correction. I need not only encouragement and affirmation from those who love Read more [...]