I want so desperately to have a green thumb! I am filled with anticipation and hope whenever I bring home a little vegetable seedling or a new houseplant. I wait expectantly over the next few days to weeks, carefully watering, ensuring it’s getting adequate sunshine, etc. But no matter how…
It has been stated that the Bible tells us to “fear not” 365 times—one for every day of the year. I have not verified it myself, but I know there are many Scriptures that tell us not to be afraid and to not let fear reign in our lives. How…
I recently finished reading a book that claims it has “practical wisdom for women who want to speak up, create and lead.” It suggests that some women were raised to “play small” and not rock the boat or challenge the status quo. Reading it has encouraged me to step out…
My daughter, Candace, gave me a Gratefulness Journal last Christmas. The cover states it is a “journal to reflect on the good things in life.” It has caused me to take some time to reflect on the many blessings I have received during my life. It mentions embracing gratitude, not…
“There were two men in a certain town, one rich and the other poor. 2The rich man had a very large number of sheep and cattle, but the poor man had nothing except one little ewe lamb he had bought. He raised it, and it grew up with him and his children.…
I recently joined a ladies Bible study group, and we are currently focusing on a series by John Eldredge called “Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad.” He mentions that so many things compete for our time and attention that we can feel frazzled and worn…
Do you believe in aliens and UFOs? I’m skeptical, but my husband loves to watch documentaries on unsolved sightings and weird occurrences. Sometimes it is proven that these are just a hoax, but the jury is out on what was actually seen. Could it be a big government cover-up like…
Why are we so attracted to glittery things? Even as children, we are mesmerized by things that glitter and shine. Children love to play with glitter and, if given a chance, will sprinkle and pour glitter all over everything! But as adults, we know what an awful mess glitter can…