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

faith journey, Uncategorized

Easy

My mind rushes back to when my husband and I embarked on the biggest challenge of our lives, running a small business.  It was exciting at the beginning, but through many trials and roadblocks, (entwined I admit with many blessings too) there was a time when we almost gave up.  But my mother-in-law gave us… Continue reading Easy

charity, Uncategorized

Today

How often do we live in the past or worry about the future?  We tend to ignore the beauty of today – the opportunities of today - the blessings of just today.  I was reminded of this during a telephone conversation with my sister.  She was sharing with me her traditions in the start of… Continue reading Today

faith journey

Burst! – Finding joy on our journey of faith

Not burst in the sense of a balloon bursting but bursting with joy!  That should be our resolution this year – to burst with joy.  I hate the same New Year’s resolutions that we profess each year.  I vow to lose weight, I resolve to be more patient and kind to others or I promise… Continue reading Burst! – Finding joy on our journey of faith