Clean counters and organized cupboards help to clear my mental clutter. Yesterday, as I cleaned out my cupboards, threw away outdated food and organized my spices I wondered at how quickly this space became chaotic. Then I remembered the evenings of fixing meals in a hurry. More often than not, Read more
It was months ago that I spaded the ground and slipped the dead-looking tubers into the dark hole. I can still remember my husband’s comment as I planted numerous bulbs. ‘’You’re rather optimistic.” And yes, I was. I expected future tomorrows to be filled with golden sunshine because of my Read more
My stomach twisted as I settled on the seat. The ski lift began its ascent to the top and my heart dropped. I focused on the snow covered trees and the sky ahead. Anything to keep my eyes from the ground below. Heights have long been a source of fear Read more
It’s fascinating to watch a loaded barge maneuver its way through the snaking bends of the Ohio River. Recently I watched as a barge rounded a bend in the river, but instead of guiding the vessel to the left to clear the river’s edge it became beached along the shoreline. Read more
Have you ever thought about what you think about? Is your mind screaming for peace? Moreover, is your mind a hot spot in a crisis zone just barely making it through the confusion and chaos you face? Is there a connection between your thoughts and actions? In the last 30 Read more
The focal point is key when taking professional photos. Furthermore, the lighting, shadows and angles are all crucial elements of photography. Those with an eye or talent for this type of work can tell with a glance what is wrong with the angle, the focus and the lighting. My daughter, Read more
It is in the daily occurrences and choices of life that we bring joy or grief to God’s heart. There is a need for a continuous cultivation of the holy life. Moreover, there should always be room for correction from God in our lives. Do we recognize the authority of Read more
Trouble had mounted, prayers went unanswered and wounds pierced my heart. All these paved the way for the doubts that came in like a flood. There seemingly was no light at the end of the tunnel. The trials of life had swollen shut my spiritual eyes and I could only Read more
The spring-like day called me to participate in the joy of warmer weather. I answered the call between the chores of the day. As I chose a trail and began my trek through the woods, I breathed deep and inhaled the warmth of the day. I looked forward to glimpsing Read more
Seasonal thaws, melting snow, and rain produces mud. Slippery mud. Knee-deep mud in high traffic areas. Mud that coats and smears any and all surfaces. Here on the property we seem to have more than our share of mud. It’s a mud that hinders forward progress. Determination and grit are Read more