As Dinah Washington sang, “What a Difference a Day Makes.” Yesterday, the children had a great time in my back yard. Matt, Dawn, and I sat on the deck and nobody needed a coat. Today, my whole yard, the deck, every rock and blade of grass, the intrepid little early flowers, all are covered with […]
Feb 17, 2014
Of Presidents and Trees
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Presidents’ Day–no mail, banks closed in memory of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. I wonder, today, how many will think of the contributions to our country these two men made? Or, to how many will it mean only banks closed, no mail? In time, how many will remember that George Washington was born on February […]
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 […]
Jan 3, 2014
Frost Flying
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Yesterday morning, we had a dusting of snow which probably has nothing to do with a natural phenomenon I witnessed. The temperature was about 13 degrees, the sun was shining and I was briefly out of doors. Minute, shimmering flecks danced in the air. The air was filled with them. It wasn’t snow; as I […]
Dec 26, 2013
‘Twas the Day After Christmas..
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And now, mail resumes, banks re-open, some people go back to work, and I heave a sigh of contentment for another wonder-filled Christmas, come and gone. Matt and his family, my brother Richard and sister-in-law Linda were here. It was a happy time of visiting and eating, and reflecting on God’s Word. Each year, Matt […]
Dec 1, 2013
A Furry Fable – Part Two
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Why the Squirrel Has a Bushy Tail – Part Two by Blanche Day Manos Squirrel stopped halfway down the tree. Tears stung her eyes. How could ‘Possum say such hateful things? Usually, Rabbit took up for her when Opossum hurled horrid words, but today Rabbit just closed his eyes and sighed. “I was only trying […]
