Pressing On—Rain or Shine
I admit it. I’d rather be out running around on a sunshiny day than dodging puddles…
Refreshing Signs of Life
Spring has officially sprung. Signs of life are everywhere—and oh, how refreshing that is! When looking for…
Not Immune to the Enemy’s Schemes
*I wrote this post over a decade ago and am so grateful I’m not struggling in…
Learning and Growing: Developing An Eye
One winter morning over a decade ago, I discovered something exciting. I was doing it! I…
The Thaw God Brings
“He spreads the snow like wool and scatters the frost like ashes. He hurls down his…
Balance Acrostic: 2024 Theme Word Refresher
**I will be taking a blogging break until mid-August. See you back here then! A few…
Patience Acrostic: 2023 Theme Word Refresher
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A Time to Abandon Plans and Move On
Remember how I told you in May about the robin I saw several years ago who…
God—Our Gracious Giver of Bounty
“You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.” Psalm 65:11 NIV…
Guest Lucille Williams: New Book with Important Lesson for Kids—and Adults Too!
When I was in elementary school I can remember feeling extreme panic when the teacher asked…
Dross Before Gold: Photography, Arts, and Other Skills
Compliments sure feel good, don’t they? I never dreamed they were in my future as I…
Feeding and Nurturing the Young
Have you ever spotted birds at work feeding their young? I have several times since I…
Theme Word 2023: Patience
The new year is here (2023!) so once again it’s time for me to choose a…
Different Songs, Different Gifts
I went bird crazy a decade ago. That’s right. Since then I’ve spent time looking for…
Guard and Gift Acrostics: 2022 Theme Words Refresher
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An Unwanted Twist in Motives When Pride Sneaks In
It can come out of nowhere—or be so subtle I don’t even notice it at first….
Worthy of Our Pursuit
“. . . pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.” 1 Timothy 6:11 NIV When…
2022 Theme Words: Guard and Gift
Yes, you read that title right—I’ve selected two theme words for 2022! Two theme words is…