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Change

A memory came rushing to me as I was sitting in church, upon hearing that word whisper in my mind.  I was sixteen years old again and sitting on my parents’ front porch listening to my record player and singing to the song “Hey Jude” by the Beatles.  The boy that I had met the… Continue reading Change

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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

God's creations, Uncategorized

Picnic

I apologize.  It really is the word that spoke to me this morning.  It’s not a positive word on the surface, although most picnics that we’ve experienced hold some great memories and fun.  But to connect picnics and Jesus?  I think this may be my biggest challenge.  I do recall a memory of one of… Continue reading Picnic

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Clear – Open your eyes and see!

“The Sound of Music” is one of my favorite all time movies. I have fond memories of my mom taking me to see the movie when I was only 11 years old. I also love one of the songs, “My Favorite Things”, sung by the star, Julie Andrews.  Another thought that comes to mind, as… Continue reading Clear – Open your eyes and see!