What a beautiful way to start the day! Every time I see a rainbow I remember God's promise to man - never to destroy the Earth by flood. But, even more than that it reminds me of God's faithfulness to us. Do you need a promise today? Joshua 1:10 " Have I not commanded you?... Continue Reading →

This is me - many years ago trying to be brave as I stand on the edge of the Eiffel tower! Just moments before you would have found me clinging to the inside wall! Why you ask? I'm afraid of heights. This structure has been standing for hundreds of years and yet I felt that... Continue Reading →

I love lilies. All the different varieties and colors. They are all scattered in various beds in my yard. They're low maintenance and come back every year. Which are two of my top priorities in the garden arena of my life. As I was watering this week, God's word reminded me that He cares for... Continue Reading →

Around 14,000 men and women, ages 50 and older participated this year in the National Senior Games. It is truly a blessing to see the excitement in these athletes. There was even a 103 year old man who was running in the 100 meter dash! I love this because I see men and women who... Continue Reading →

Silent, their bodies lie Men and women Who gave their lives. Silent from the horrors of war, But, living on in our minds. Thankful for their sacrifices. Yet in the silence they still speak, Life is more than living for ourselves!

I have decided that it might not be a good idea for me to walk and wear earbuds! If a great song comes on I catch myself dancing down the street. Some of the neighbors thought they might be watching an old musical! Don't get me wrong, I love to hear the music. It closes... Continue Reading →

This past weekend, I was with my parents at the annual Talley cemetery decoration. My mother has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. This weekend was the first time I realized she didn't know me. Her recognition went in and out. I was an old friend she knew when she was young. It hurt but I knew... Continue Reading →

I don't want to come off as "Debbie Downer" but, I have something on my mind. Please don't forget the Moms who will have heartache this weekend. I'm talking about the moms who have just lost their mom. The moms who have lost children to death, addictions, wrong choices (on both parts), unforgiveness, etc... The... Continue Reading →

The past few weeks my morning Bible reading has been about Christ's death, burial and resurrection. The day it discussed Christ's crucifixion it mentioned that during that time possibly 500 Jews a day were crucified, a horrible, excruciating way to die. Average people who had believed and decided to follow the Lamb of God. Then,... Continue Reading →

Tina Turner tried to convince us that love has nothing to do with a relationship. If you were to ask me this question, I would say, "Love has everything to do with it. Paul understood this when he wrote 1 Corinthians specifically chapter 13. These verses have been read at so many weddings and they... Continue Reading →