Building Christian Character
Reaching for Jesus
A couple of weeks ago, my hubby and I attended a bike race. They actually close the streets off in downtown Athens and the competitors race through the streets. There are events that take place all day long, but the final two events are the women’s race and the men’s race. Both are backed by … Continue reading
It All Matters
Last Sunday at choir practice, the sopranos were really struggling. We were missing a few voices that day and we were having a hard time finding the notes. We stumbled around for a little while and then another soprano showed up. She picked up her book and joined in and it all got easier. We … Continue reading
Choosing to Pay Attention
Last weekend, there was an awards banquet for our high school band. I arrived early to help decorate and get set up. Everyone was asked to bring a dessert to share. As people started arriving, the goodies started rolling in. One mom handed me a box of store bought cookies and kind of hung her … Continue reading
Miraculous Living
I recently read the last verse in the Gospel of John. I’ve read it before, but this time it really made me think. “Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them was written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be … Continue reading
Supernatural Love
Last Sunday, our special music was performed by a husband and wife team. I always enjoy watching them perform. Their words are always so heartfelt and there’s a beautiful humility about them. The wife has been sick recently, and the congregation has been praying for her. They’re a little older, both sporting a little gray … Continue reading
Peace Plant Reminders
As I walked by my son’s studio space, a wilted plant caught my eye. Uhoh, I thought, I forgot to water it and it looked like it was beyond salvation. However, this particular plant, is a Peace Plant. It’s what I like to think of as a little over dramatic. When it gets thirsty, it … Continue reading
Azalea Inspiration
Last weekend, we were blessed with gorgeous weather on Saturday. I went out for a walk, not only for exercise, but also to bask in the warmth. There were so many beautiful trees and shrubs blooming in my neighborhood, that I wish I had a camera. One thing that I kept noticing, was that while … Continue reading
Iris Inspiration
Yesterday after work, I was standing at my kitchen sink, rinsing some dishes, when a glimpse of yellow caught my eye. As I took a closer look, I could see that my yellow irises were blooming. I was thrilled and I rushed outside to examine them and snap some photos. Yellow irises blooming in the … Continue reading
The Pollen Principle
Yesterday, when I walked out on my porch to let my dogs out, I once again grumbled to myself about the thick coat of pollen that covers everything this time of year. You can literally wipe it off of any surface and within a few minutes, there’s another thin layer. More than once, I have … Continue reading
Removing the Buildup
Last week the school that I work in, had spring break. My hubby and I, used the time to paint our kitchen cabinets. It just so happened, that the week also marked thirteen years in our house, so an update was badly needed. The cabinets were a dark oak finish and my first instinct was … Continue reading