My younger sister, Nancy, developed a desire to paint with watercolors—nature scenes, flowers, trees, birds and other creatures, all in in rich colors. She took … [Read more...]
“He who dwelleth in the secret place ..”
When we awake any morning, we don’t know what the day will bring. Today it meant the US and Israel had made preemptive strikes against the Iranian regime. I have … [Read more...]
Happy Valentine’s Day
The original “Valentine” was a Catholic priest during the reign of Roman Emperor Claudius II. Claudius passed a law that soldiers could not marry … [Read more...]
Be appreciative whether hot or cold, in light or darkness
I would have posted a blog last Tuesday, but the previous Sunday at 4 a.m., the massive ice storm that swept much of the U.S, hit the Mid-South where I spend winters … [Read more...]
Learning to Rest
We're almost two weeks into 2026, whick is already full of some wonderful and other heartbreaking events. It's time to take a deep breath and pray for wisdom and … [Read more...]
You’re Invited, Get Involved
What did you do for Christmas? On that day I drove 7.5 hours northwest from Mississippi while family members drove 11.5 hours south from Minnesota so we could meet … [Read more...]
Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given …
"Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given..." Isaiah 9:6 The Lord saw our need, heard humanity’s cry, and sent his son as Bethlehem’s babe to help … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving 2025
As I drove south from Minnesota to Mississippi this fall, I zigged and zagged from my usual route to see several precious friends. One took me to Stony Ridge … [Read more...]
Settling in for the Winter
I’m thankful that events in Minnesota wrapped up well so that after three days of driving including great stops with friends, I reached warmer, pleasant northeastern … [Read more...]
The Blessing of having loved ones home
If you’ve read my A Traveling Grandma’s Guide to Israel: Adventures, Wit, and Wisdom, you know I’ve made nine trips to Israel over forty years totaling 135 days and … [Read more...]
