“Let me get you something to eat, so you can be refreshed and then go on your way—now that you have come to your servant.”
Genesis 18:5 NIV
‘Fess Up Fun
The other day on the Boomer Babes Rock blog, Suzie Eller declared a ‘Fess Up Friday. She admitted that she is an annoying…
It’s Kelli’s Lucky Week!
First things first. Our Stay Cool Giveaway Winner is… my daughter Kelli! No, she didn’t win the car pictured above (more in a…
New Territory
I’ve been walking in new territory since last month. Didn’t intend to — just stumbled upon it by accident really. I could have…
Summer Reading
So what are you reading this summer? That question was posed last week in my online writers group, The Christian Writers View 2….
Father’s Day Message to Dads
How’s this for a sweet Father’s Day picture? I’d say it’s a picture of love. Someone captured this shot of my brother-in-law Keith…
Discovering Gems
Last Friday while on an outing to a nearby town, my friend Teri and I discovered a gem. A beautiful and unique little…
Daily Devotions for Writers – Unexpected Joy
Caught by surprise. That’s what I was earlier this week when I stumbled across a blog (a group of women writers) featuring a…
Reunion Highlights
Is this a good-looking bunch or what?! I just had to share with you this prized keepsake from our family reunion. Believe it…
"Stay Cool" Summer Giveaway
It’s June! Is it bustin’ out all over in your life? :) It is in mine — I’m just getting back from our…
Reunion Bound
I’m up to my ears in excitement! My camera’s ready and squeals are on the tip of my tongue :) Family members from…
An Anniversary Close To My Heart
Two years ago on Memorial Weekend, our family and friends gathered to share in one of the happiest days of our lives —…
Conquering the Canyon
There he is — Canyon Man at it again. May at the Barker house means another Grand Canyon expedition for Don. For many…
Sweet Victory
Remember the fun day (chocolate included, of course) I hoped to have in T-town this week with my daughters? Well…mission partly accomplished. Since…
A Double Dose Day
Ever have a double dose day? You know, a day when you get whammed with the same kind of problem not just once,…
Mother’s Day Thoughts
I hope you all are enjoying a wonderful Mother’s Day with your families. I’ll get to see my mom near the end of…
The Blessings of Mentoring
Late Sunday afternoon, I did something I’ve never done before. I sat on a panel at church with four other women and helped…
Nurturing Needed — and Given
Ah, the beginning of May! Weather willing, that’s when I usually get flowers planted. Kind of an early Mother’s Day tradition at our…
Giveaway Winner Plus Pampering For All
Remember the fun little Bath & Body Works Just In Time giveaway I offered this month? As promised, I’ve drawn the winner today…