I've done a lot of praying for wisdom and strength lately, but today I asked for something new. JOY. I need joy. This house sorely needs joy. I was flooded with memories of my great-grandmother. She had no material wealth that I know of. Almost all the years I knew her she lived with her youngest daughter, Ruth, …
Tag: gratitude
I am in “Like” with Oregon
It just irritates me like crazy to admit this, but I love where I live. I've lived here for 25 years, so it's about time I came to a conclusion one way or the other. Just didn't want to rush it. The truth is, I've always looked at our time in Oregon as temporary...just passing thru...second best. …
Plant History
Every time I've moved much is given or sadly thrown away, but the houseplants must always go to a good home. One of my favorites was a "Prayer Plant". The leaves roll up at night as if in prayer and open wide in the morning as if giving thanks for the day. It was relatively new before our move …
Created To Give
A new thing created ... finished with care .... nothing feels better to me. Last week I spent time with a group of women who are movers and shakers in the quilt world. Their mission field is the sewing machine and they meet every Tuesday for most of the year. They create beauty and warmth, sending tangible hugs far, far away. …
How I Broke My Snow Hatin’ Daddy’s Nose
During my overly imaginative childhood, I had dreams. I planned to sing and dance my way to stardom. If that didn't work I'd be a world-famous accordionist. This was most likely influenced by watching too many Lawrence Welk shows ...required viewing in my parents' home. My folks thought the accordion was the safest "dream of the week" so Dad rented one and made sure I got to my weekly lesson. Mom made …
Looking for Spring
Evidence of spring is slow in coming this year...34 degrees when I look outside this morning. But I will take this and be glad...... Outside my kitchen window this gift waits for me....I don't even mind doing dishes. "Take a good look at God's wonders-they'll take your breath away" Psalm 66:5, The Message
Heart's Home 