Created to Grow
In the beginning, God told the earth to sprout green growing things. He set the seasons in motion so that we can watch it happen spring after spring. Then God said, “Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed, and…
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A Rustproof Life
A recent conversation about a once-thriving business that appears to be in trouble reminded me of one of my Daddy’s favorite poems, entitled “On the Vanity of Earthly Greatness.” It was first published in 1930 in The New Yorker, two…
The Sounds That Surround
One of our granddaughters loved to make up songs when she was little. While spending the day with us when she was five years old, she made up a play, as she had seen her mama do for the Homeschool…
God Is Our Audience
Ray and I enjoyed our weekend filled with grandchildren and homeschool artistic activities. Our oldest granddaughter performed beautifully in a dance performance Friday night. She and her oldest brother did a great job in a play on Saturday night (with…
Saving History, Celebrating History, and Honoring Family
Decluttering has been trendy for several years now. I agree with some of the principles, but not all of them. We do need to declutter our hearts and minds and souls. I am also convinced that individuals thrive in orderly…
The Gift of a New Day
Ray and I are rejoicing in this new day. Late yesterday afternoon we returned from the seventh of his seven days filled with 23 appointments. This morning we await the decision of the group of 85 health professionals who decide…