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In my writing, I have always loved to do acrostic poems. Here is my latest attempt toshare the word of God. Grace flows freely from His hand,Over every heart across the land.Day by day His mercy shows, In every trial … Continue reading →

Just look at this photo for a minute. I took it with my phone camera at sunset a few nights ago-right outside my front door. I was awestruck.   What a gift! What love! What a creative mind! How fortunate for … Continue reading →

In my day school began AFTER Labor Day. First day meant new classmates, new teacher, and new school supplies. The real prize was if your parents bought you the fancy 48-count Crayola Crayons with a metallic gold crayon. Woo-hoo! It … Continue reading →

A letter had arrived in the day’s mail. The family had gathered to listen. I watched my aunt struggle to read the German handwriting, stretching her limited proficiency in the language. I was still a child sitting quietly on the … Continue reading →

We all have our pet peeves, things that annoy and distract us.  I’d like to share something one of you shared with me.  After worship, a congregant came up to the Pastor and went on and on complaining about cell … Continue reading →

Ezekiel saw the wheelWay up in the middle of the airEzekiel saw the wheelWay up in the middle of the air I loved singing this spiritual around campfires as a kid.  It’s the first thing that comes to mind when … Continue reading →

How exciting to announce a graduation!  How exciting to announce a promotion! How exciting to announce an engagement/or wedding date! How exciting to share a pending birth of a baby! (As you read this suggested list, can’t you feel yourself already … Continue reading →

At times it seems like one bad thing after another happens to us and we wonder why.  What did we do to deserve this?  Why is God punishing us? When will these horrible things end?  But, in the big picture … Continue reading →

Do you have a favorite season? As soon as I make a choice, I remember some cozy characteristics about another season that makes me hesitate to make a firm decision. So, I am happy to enjoy all the seasons for … Continue reading →

As a youngster I was always saying things like, “I wish it was my birthday” or “I wish it was Christmas.” My mother would say, “Don’t wish your life away.” That made no sense to me. When you’re a kid, … Continue reading →