Because of Grace we Press On
Welcome to Saturday … Welcome new day … Welcome breath … Welcome nature … Welcome … If you’re thinking UGH! So what! I hope you can see things in a new light by the time the light has once again turned to evening darkness. With the time change, that doesn’t give us many hours to … Read more
I was reading a post by a young woman of 17 who I consider wise beyond her years, when she asked a valid question. Although very young she was through high school and had already taken college classes. She was contemplating very honestly: What will I do with my life? That struck me because as I approach the … Read more
Ever have a day when everything went right? Uh-huh. Maybe. Sure. Yes, there have been a few days like that but yesterday was not one of them. But is today yesterday? Here’s how today begins…..”I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my … Read more
Tyler’s recruiter spent some time with us last night explaining what’s going to happen for the next 13 weeks. I knew something was up when my brother (former Marine) and nephew (lifer Marine) told me, in separate conversations, Tyler will come back a changed man. Sergeant Keifer to us: This isn’t the boy scouts. Tyler … Read more
OK everybody up! Rise and shine! Good Morning to you…. Is this going to be a great day? YES! How do I know that? Because God made it and I’ve decided to make it a good one. It’s before dawn and I’m already working on Plan B; as I write this, it’s barely 5:00 am. … Read more
Ok! everybody up! Rise and shine! Stacation – Day 2 What are the three best things about vacation? Yep! You can avoid the alarm when it rings. You’re right. I could just not set the alarm, but I like the luxury of choosing to hit snooze 6 times or just turn it off. So I let … Read more
Psalm 16:11 “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” This verse was quoted in Sunday School yesterday by our teacher Clarke Holtzberry. I woke up this morning with this thought. Share it! And here’s the rest of … Read more
It’s that time of year . . . graduation and life thoughts. If it seems like you’ve read this before, stop wondering. I figure if TV is allowed reruns – we who love blogging, can repeat once in a while too. God bless your day with his best. Many years ago I read the book by … Read more
Ok everyone . . .UP UP UP everybody up! Rise and shine! Good Morning There is never too much of this …. I woke up this morning to the sound of pouring rain. My first thought? The sliders are open I hope the floor isn’t flooded. My next thought? If you’re guessing it was ‘Ugh! … Read more
OK- Everybody up Rise and Shine It’s a new day. It’s Saturday. It’s the weekend. Up! Up! Up! Today, I woke up and … well, and that’s a good thing. Right? Feet on the floor – I can walk. Eyes open wide – I can see. Warm house, hot water, clothes to wear, plans for … Read more