I love the way the trees sway between the seasons… How muggy nights mingle with a slight chill or how a firefly’s light fades as he waves goodbye one last time. I’m reminded there’s so
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Tag: seasons of life
Peace, Sock Lint and How There is Nothing New Under the Cover (Except there is)
“Peace. Be still,” Jesus said. He was talking to a storm at the time, but I’m pretty sure he tells me the same thing quite often. “Storm” could be my middle name some days. I
Read moreFinding Hope and Strength in Every Season
Have you ever wondered how finding hope and strength in every season might change the world? Some days it’s harder than others. I know. I’ve hiked out of enough valleys to realize the topic of
Read moreFind Your Purpose by Doing Good
How do you find your purpose? Many of us are asking this question. We’ve moved from job to job or season to season, and we wonder what God wants for us. Something inside us is
Read moreThe warmth of winter and all its wonders
Stories by the fireside… We didn’t have a fireplace in our New York City apartment, although my dad continued his fireside storytelling tradition throughout the winter months—minus the crackling fire of course. I remember many
Read moreWinter’s Purpose
It’s 2 below zero outside and the cold seems to instantly freeze one’s breath the minute you exhale. Scientists tell us that the bitter cold is healthy because it kills off all the germs and
Read moreIt’s Time To Go
When I was I kid, I tried to climb a pine tree to hide from my dad. I had been playing with my cousins in my grandmother’s backyard and heard my dad calling for me.
Read moreSpringtime…a Time of Renewal
Springtime. Green leaves. Budding flowers. Singing birds. Renewal. Here in my part of Texas our azaleas have bloomed and faded. The trees all have their leaves. Loquat fruit hangs heavy on the bough. The grass
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