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HOW IS GOD LOVING ME – AND WHERE IS GOD LEADING ME?
Do you share my curiosity to see what’s beyond your current view? To see what’s around the curve or over the next hill? I can recall times, especially while hiking, when I’ve regretted not having enough time or enough energy to hike to the… Continue Reading “What’s Over the Next Hill?”
A dear friend shared this story with me years ago… She was the youngest of three daughters, and often felt “less than” her older, talented sisters. As younger siblings often are, she was at times the recipient of teasing, criticism, and unsolicited advice from… Continue Reading “Where Did You Get These Pork Chops?”
I was blessed to have a few more encounters with my guardian angel, The Black Guy, before we moved to West Virginia in July… In March, I met up with him as we walked our usual route at the park. He asked how I… Continue Reading “Farewell to The Black Guy”
I received a text message from a dear loved one yesterday. He and his wife are thinking about selling their beautiful home in order to move to a smaller, one-story home. With their increasing health issues, they are becoming unable to maintain the property… Continue Reading “When Choices Aren’t Totally Free”
During our worship service yesterday, Rector Cheryl asked us to consider what fears keep us from generously sharing our gifts with others; not only our monetary possessions, but our other gifts of kindness,talent, support or friendship. We moved to West Virginia a month ago.This morning as… Continue Reading “Sharing Our Inadequacies”
My Friends, My Readers, Currently I am writing devotions for Christ in Our Home, a quarterly publication. The assignment is due May 20th. I have so many thoughts I’d like to share in the near future! All is well here; watch for new posts… Continue Reading “Writing Assignment…”
Early each morning I take my first cup of coffee to my writing desk, light a candle, and journal about whatever is on my heart. After I write about my reflections of the day before and my hopes for the new day, I end… Continue Reading “Borders”
A few years ago, Bill and Bonnie’s annual Christmas letter had arrived early in December. I was always blessed to hear from these dear friends who had moved from Ohio after retiring. Bonnie had been a treasured friend and mentor while we served together… Continue Reading “Beyond The First Few Lines”
This morning I had a small “pity party” for myself as I looked in the mirror. The side effects of my cancer treatments have taken a toll on my appearance. My head of hair is growing back, but very slowly- straight and dark gray-… Continue Reading “In The Eye of The Beholder”
A few years ago, I learned the practice of choosing one word as my focus and desire for the year. This practice has become very helpful and clarifying for me! The word can become a way for us to choose our tasks and commitments,… Continue Reading “A Word for the New Year”
Simply Soul Searching 