A cute, bouncy song was popular a few years ago, “Happiness is…” The song went on to say that happiness is different things to different people; that’s what happiness is. The same could be said of love. However, the 13th chapter of I Corinthians says it best. Yesterday was Valentine’s Day, a day set aside […]
Feb 14, 2014
Looking Beyond
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A dear friend told me that she likes to look out her window at the beautiful view of pines and mountains . Only thing is, she has to look beyond a couple of not-so-lovely buildings that stand between her and the uplifting scenery. She has to look past the ugliness to see the beauty. I […]
Feb 13, 2014
When Characters Misbehave
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“The North Wind doth blow, and we shall have snow. And, what will the robin do then, poor thing? He’ll sit in the barn to keep himself warm, and hide his head under his wing, poor thing.” Yesterday I saw two robins. It is far too early! Robins came back too early last year too. […]
Feb 12, 2014
Wednesday Wanderings
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My Minneapolis niece sent me a link to a coffee recipe. It sounds delicious. Thanks, Missy. I’ll reprint the link here, in case any of you would like to try it: http://m.landolakes.com/recipe/1425/hearts-afire-coffee. What could be better than a warm fireplace, a good book, and a cup of this coffee? To my friends in the Southeast: please […]
Feb 11, 2014
Morning Meanderings
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This morning, I read again the account of Jesus’ conversation with a Samaritan woman, found in John 4. It took place at Jacob’s well. The words of the Lord are the important part of this story. We read it and marvel. The well itself is fascinating. It is still in existence, although it is close […]
Feb 10, 2014
Secrets in a Victorian House
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And still snow covers the ground. I wonder if the brown grass under this weight of snow and ice is longing to see a bit of sunshine? Weather is interesting, and I am glad that it is not entirely predictable. Will we have snow today? Will the sun shine? Will the temperature rise above freezing? […]
