Because of Grace we Press On
Today is both a day for looking back and a day to look ahead. In my prayer this morning, I had to be honest with God and tell him about some things I was glad to put in a box with the lid slammed shut, but there were others that I will remember as some … Read more
One year ago today I posted this after attending this program where my grandson was graduating. Today we are on the way to visit him as a Marine at Fort Lee. I’m proud of him and thankful that God has blessed our country with young men and women like him who are willing to serve … Read more
I personally feel that the best way to stay positive in a negative world is to surround myself with positive people. I know a positive person when I see one. I’m looking forward to seeing and listening to the person who wrote these words in his latest book: I’m still trying in my lifetime role … Read more
Let’s be clear. I have no ambition toward wealth, no aspirations to lead a company from the corner suite. I have no yearning to live in a million dollar home or drive a $65,000 car. When I dream big, I don’t dream of a 6-figure income and a budget to fly around the world choosing where to stop for … Read more
Do you remember Miss Minnie Pearl? I think my first recollection of her was back in the radio days of listening to the Grand Ole Opry but if that’s not it, I remember her from the television program Hee Haw. She wore plain house dresses, sensible tie-up shoes, and a straw hat with its price … Read more
Let’s talk about Mother’s Day. Why not? This year marks the 100th year for celebration of this holiday in honor of mothers. It was 1914 when President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the 2nd Sunday in May to be the day we would observe the role of motherhood. The 1914 date is just a mark in time … Read more
A reader of my blog noticed my confession that I have never achieved Proverbs 31 status and sent me this post. I like the concept and think I can relate completely to how it’s done. https://daughterbydesign.wordpress.com/2011/06/18/becoming-proverbs-31-girl-%E2%9C%93/
Be blessed … I write a lot of cards and emails. Shocking, huh? I’ve often said that if Hallmark ever goes out of business; blame me because it’s probably because I quit writing cards. Up until the past couple years, I wrote real hold-in-your-hand cards for birthdays. Now I also send email or post on … Read more
It’s Monday everyone! I had to laugh when reading the side of a coffee mug that said “I’m allergic to Mondays.” The first thought in my mind? You guessed it. “Doesn’t that just mean your Tuesday is your Monday?” My dilemma on Monday is what to wear. I know what not to wear. No jeans, … Read more