Our granddaughter had just come to the cottage. It was lunch time. She wanted mac and cheese. That was easy to prepare, so I pulled out a box. I boiled the water and put the macaroni in the pot. Within minutes it was ready. She and I sat down at our outdoor dining area by…
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Are you filled with gratitude?
Is Your Thankful Bucket Filled With Gratitude? A splash of gratitude can work miracles in the attitude about ourselves and God. Each step we take in this life is a gift from God, our Creator, and every breath we take gives us energy for living a fulfilled life. A thankful heart releases healing and strength…
Poem: Mother’s Anguished Love For Her Child
When your heart is troubled and grace for the day seems depleted, you wonder why God has left you. Was he there when suddenly your life pathway turned rocky as your sick child rips at your heart, and the mess of the world weighs on your shoulders? Why does love hurt so much? A Mother’s…
How Can A Dream Matter?
How can a dream matter? Some do and some don’t. A few nights ago one dream reminded me of God’s grace. Most people have numerous dreams, not me. This is significant for that reason, and also because I remembered it very distinctly, even days later. I’ll share it here in detail without any interpretation. Dream…
Recalculate To Reach Your Goals
Recalculate to reach your goals. Is there something that you’d really like to do, but won’t because the desire for something else is greater than the thing you should do? Ever missed an opportunity or ended up in the wrong place? Just recalculate. Paul had a conflict with himself about following the law after his…