faith journey, Uncategorized

Foundation

What is your foundation built on – solid ground, sand, or rocky ground?  Of course, I’m referring to the foundation of your beliefs.  At one time or another, I can picture myself in all of the above.  Sometimes I feel so strong and it’s easy for me to stand on solid ground, never wavering in… Continue reading Foundation

Thanksgiving, Uncategorized

Litany (of thanks)

       Are you still in pilgrim mode?  I pray that you are still walking with me on this journey towards “your sacred place.”  Were you able to walk the labyrinth last week in contemplation?  If not, there is always time to make a commitment to walk with God. Remember, our journey is not… Continue reading Litany (of thanks)

God's creations, Uncategorized

Amazing

The first visual I picture in my mind is fireworks.  I love fireworks!  Even as a child I can recall going to the 4th of July parade in our small town, watching the stream of local marching bands, fire trucks and other entertainment stroll down Main Street.  Then, once the sun went down, we were… Continue reading Amazing

creation, God's creations, Uncategorized

Gaze

What is the difference between looking or gazing at someone or something?  What causes us to gaze at something?  When I think of gazing, it pulls my thoughts to something of beauty – a sunset, or just my husband sleeping peacefully by my side (snoring or not).   While experiencing the clear night sky, it wouldn’t… Continue reading Gaze

faith journey, Uncategorized

Gentle

Just speaking the word gentle brings me an immediate feeling of calm and peace and also brings back a special memory.  I remember I was only 12 years old when I became an aunt for the first time.   My sister and her husband lived in their new apartment, which was within walking distance from my… Continue reading Gentle

charity, Uncategorized

Welcome

If you recall the saying, “If you looked in the dictionary under the word  … there would be a picture of …., what would your answer be if you inserted the word welcome?   My choice would be "my mother-in-law."  She welcomed everyone! When she was with friends and family (and strangers too), she took that… Continue reading Welcome