Tea, anyone? Thanks to the church lady who handed me a tea bag this past Sunday! It gave me the “lift” I needed! On Sundays, while “Greeting” the flock as they arrive amidst the hurly-burly of finding their places, we sometimes get people’s opinions, and sometimes we might get their attitudes, and yes, sometimes we … Continue reading HEAVYWEIGHT
Author: Scarlettroad
No Time Like The Present
"Time is the least thing we have of" this quote by Ernest Hemingway caught my attention~ But thankfully, Charles Swindoll argues that we have more time than we realize “once we get our priority ducks in a row” (Day by Day with Charles Swindoll). Joe Stowell outlines how we can “[Embrace] The Virtues of The … Continue reading No Time Like The Present
MLK
It was a grand start to my MLK Day! As I gazed out my back window yesterday morning, the sun was launching its spectacular beams which would dance across my backyard. Then walking out my bedroom door, I was struck with surprise! Through my front window, the moon was glaring at me in all its … Continue reading MLK
“AN APPARENT SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION IN PERCEIVED SOUND” in ~ real time ~ for the New Year!
Have you seen a Hallmark movie where the leading character needs to gain a bit of perspective, so a messenger is sent to help him find his way, and with a blow to his head he finds himself in a new life? But time is running out; will he learn the lesson before it’s too … Continue reading “AN APPARENT SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION IN PERCEIVED SOUND” in ~ real time ~ for the New Year!
The Girl who Sang in her Pain! Part 2
What fills your heart when in despair you hear the Bells on Christmas Day? I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day Their old familiar carols play, And wild and sweet the words repeat Of peace on earth, good will to men. I thought how, as the day had come, The belfries of all Christendom Had … Continue reading The Girl who Sang in her Pain! Part 2
The Girl who Sang in her Pain!
Growing up, I dreamed of “Prince Charming” sweeping me off my feet or that “Knight in Shining Armor” riding in and saving the day! A life of ease with the American Dream attached. I imagined how many children I would have and what I would name each of them. I pictured the castle I would … Continue reading The Girl who Sang in her Pain!
Potty Training and Christmas Cookies
Can you smell the aroma... Of Christmas cookies, of course?! While reflecting on the birth of Jesus, especially the conditions of the location (a smelly stable), I could somewhat relate as the grandson’s potty training was part of our daily routine. That meant “potty-runs” were scheduled every 30 minutes throughout our fun-filled days of baking … Continue reading Potty Training and Christmas Cookies
a Performer or a Rescued Heart?
This life is not about a performance to be witnessed but a rescued heart ignited. Performances are acts with “action” and “cut” as their bookends, whereas the rescued heart is a continual blaze without pause giving the world a correct summation of Christ! This Christmas, are you a performer or a rescued heart? As Christians … Continue reading a Performer or a Rescued Heart?
Toy Story
Our grandson has toys that occupy the first floor of our home and toys that occupy the second floor of our home, and rarely do the two mix. However, the other day he decided one of the pieces that resides downstairs needed to come upstairs for some fun. Later in the day while Facetiming his … Continue reading Toy Story
Mad Dash
If you’re like me, you are dumbfounded that Thanksgiving is around the corner, which is next week people! I really do believe October, November and December race to see which one can sprint the fastest! I’ve considered taking up jogging just to be more adequately prepared for these competing months. But since I haven’t, I … Continue reading Mad Dash
