What's Good About Friday?
Good Friday is a day to commemorate the death of my Savior, Jesus Christ. It is the day he went willingly to the cross. He was betrayed, beaten and executed. He gave up His life for me ... and for...
View ArticleIn the Details.
We often take things like flowers for granted. They are simply a part of the "ordinary" world we move through every day. But let's stop a moment and consider the perplexity and beauty of one single...
View ArticleThe Holy Huddle
I once heard Sunday church referred to as the "Holy Huddle". The pastor explained that Christian brothers and sisters get together on Sundays for the huddle. Just like in football, we go through the...
View ArticleA Powerful Weapon
Study the picture above for a few moments. Look at each face, each smile. Did anything happen?No. Really. Did you feel anything? Did you find yourself smiling? I did. I felt happier inside and,...
View ArticleAre We Called?
Recently I connected with a Christian who felt it was her responsibility to make sure I understood what it looks like to obey Christ ... to follow through with what God had asked of me. Interesting...
View ArticleA Word to the Church
I decided it is time for me to reread the book of Revelation. Right off, God set me on a personal evaluation. Revelation 3:22 says, "Anyone who is willing to hear should listen to the Spirit and...
View ArticleSeek Truth
As a child, one night I was awakened by our barking dog. No one shushed him. I listened and heard sounds coming from the kitchen. At first, I thought I must be imagining it, maybe it was a remnant of...
View ArticleBrothers
A few weeks ago, a band of men in our church headed out into the foothills of the Southern Oregon Coast. They spent four days together at a remote campground.In the weeks preceding the retreat there...
View ArticleFor The Children
If anyone asked you if you love your child, almost certainly you would say, "Yes. Of course I love my child." And we do. Yet, we sometimes we let them down. We can't be perfect as our Heavenly Father...
View ArticleYou Can Do It!
We all have challenges. Granted, some are more difficult than others, but through our lives we're going to experience some tough stuff. Gardening is a big part of my life right now. See my smile in...
View ArticleLEAP
Life is interesting, isn't it? Sometimes challenges come up that require a leap of faith. I've had to do that a few times over the years, but it's never easy. It kind of feels like I'm launching myself...
View ArticleA Bright Light
While in Las Vegas a few weeks ago I had an interesting encounter. At the end of a long day of therapy, I walked out into the evening heat. I was looking forward to a quick meal and a visit with my...
View ArticleNew Beginnings
An important anniversary passed yesterday. It has been two years since the Archie Creek Fire hit our little town, eating up 72,000 acres in twelve hours, destroying 109 homes, and a total of 856...
View ArticleRemember
Today was another one of those days I dread. My nephew, Daniel Leon, passed away. He went suddenly, without warning. We were not ready to say farewell. Daniel was an intelligent, fun and entertaining...
View ArticleOOPH
Ooph seems like a silly title for a blog, but it's what I feel right now. It is day ten since my surgery. I am grateful for a competent, dedicated surgeon and all the medical professionals who helped...
View ArticleLove One Another
John 13:35 "Your love for one another will prove you are my disciples."Would you say this accurately describes your experience in the Christian family?My answer is that it "mostly" does. Through the...
View ArticlePick Up The Stone
Recently I spoke at a women's retreat where the topic for the weekend was the "All Consuming Fire of God". There were four speakers and we each presented a different niche on the topic. I spoke about...
View ArticleToo Scared to Move?
Eek! I could barely look at the photos as I searched to find just the right one. I really do not like heights, and I can assure you I will never find myself on a cliff like this. But I wanted to give...
View ArticleCourage For 2023.
A very wise and Godly man once told me, "There is only one correct interpretation of scripture. If you and I disagree on the meaning of a portion of God's Word it can mean that I am right and you are...
View ArticleRenewal
Have you ever been in a place where you longed to be who you once were? The present day you isn't who you envisioned yourself to be. The world with its woes, darkness, and injustice has dragged you...
View ArticleWith a Thankful Heart
Where we are now.I came across a blog draft from August 2020. I never completed it, but I want to share it now. I am two and a half years late, but I always say, "Better late, than never."Many times,...
View ArticleThe Adventure
When driving home from town a few days ago, I stopped and took the above photo. I later posted it on FB, expressing my thankfulness over living in such a beautiful place. I got to thinking about how...
View ArticleFor Such A Time As This
So much in life takes us by surprise. I'm grateful most of the surprises are good ones like when my husband and I heard about a new movie that recently released. We were told it was good and that we...
View ArticleA Writing Sister
I've discovered a writer who, in many ways, is like a sister to me. She writes historical romance, like me. She has books that take place in Oregon during the nineteenth century, like me. And she...
View ArticleThe Storm
We are living in an incredible time in history. And though it may feel awkward, even painful it is a privilege.It's my guess that many of you know the world is out of sorts, off kilter, nonsensical....
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