Coming Reunion
Nine years ago today, my husband, Autry, was ushered into the presence of the Lord. Several months prior to that day he had been teaching our adult Bible fellowship in the Book of Revelation. Only a few weeks before that…
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A Week Before Christmas
My mind has travelled back to a week before Christmas, nine years ago. Amidst all the decorating and preparation for family coming, music playing, etc. my husband, Autry, was lying in an induced coma. Hours were spent at his bedside…
HOPE
I’m sharing a message that I received on one of my Christmas cards recently that blessed my heart. It says: “HOPE doesn’t come from predictions about the future, the promises of politicians, or the next new policy. HOPE is found…
God Grew the Tree
It’s been many years since I’ve had a live Christmas tree; but you just can’t beat the fragrance from them, can you? It seems to fill the whole house with peace and joy. What a wonderful gift from one of…
The Preparations
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It comes and goes all too quickly, but this year was as special as I had hoped it to be with several of my family members gathered with me. It takes a lot…
Thank You, Lord
I’m sure many of you (including myself) have gone through some very trying experiences this year; things that were hard to say “thank-you” for. I don’t think we always need to be thankful FOR the situation, but we can be…
Out on a Limb?
As mad as I can get at the squirrels when they eat up all the birdseed in my feeders, I have to admit they are one of God’s creatures that are simply fun to watch. One day I watched as…
Can’t Help but Laugh
The Lord never ceases to amaze me with the “little things” He allows me to see on my early morning walks. They always make me smile or even laugh to myself. One misty, foggy morning as I neared a wooded…
Streets of Gold
Last week on one of my morning walks, the sun had just begun to shine its beautiful rays onto the sidewalk now covered with a thick layer of freshly fallen golden leaves. It was absolutely beautiful. I pulled out my…
Locked or Open Door?
Last Thursday was the day we had our community group of ladies’ meeting at my home. As usual, I put my sign on the door, “Ladies, just walk in.” However, I forgot to unlock the door! How crazy is that?…