Some days going to the gym takes an extra amount of gumption. Not only from lacking spirit or liveliness but also, early on, totally being out of my comfort zone. Yet, as I begin my workout, I often spy Ms. Ella. “Hi Ms. Ella,” I holler out with great fervor! And to that greeting, without … Continue reading Spotlighting Ms. Ella
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This guy rocks my world!
This guy literally rocked my world from the very moment I saw him! And when I say rocked, I don’t mean put me to sleep; He sent me soaring! I was charmed by the smile and the caring demeanor. He effectuated a kindness that I had never witnessed by someone so young. He seemed to … Continue reading This guy rocks my world!
I don’t sweat, I sparkle!
While walking the track at the gym, I noticed the writing on a woman’s t-shirt: “I don’t sweat, I sparkle.” Yes, where better than the gym to sweat, I thought to myself. But it also made me think of my apartment, a place I would rather not perspire, for the most part. For some nonsensical … Continue reading I don’t sweat, I sparkle!
A Grand Entrance
A Blog Post by my Husband! The Church of Jesus Christ has been suffering a character crisis for a number of years. Leaders get sidetracked and many even become morally bankrupt. It is a serious concern knowing how easy it is to stumble. Desiring to avoid such pitfalls, we recall 2 Peter 1:1-11 which specifies … Continue reading A Grand Entrance
A Fragile State of Repair
"...And were at their wits end. Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble And he brought them out of their distress...My heart is confident in you, O God; no wonder I can sing your praises with all my heart!" (Psalm 107:27b-28; 108:1) Hopeless and confused, describes how I was feeling in 2015 … Continue reading A Fragile State of Repair
A Great Marriage
Now that makes sense! After years of trying to have a perfect marriage and realizing I didn't have a perfect mate, not to mention he didn't have a perfect mate either, I . . . gave up, I turned it over to the Lord, I was tired, worn out, nowhere else to go but up! … Continue reading A Great Marriage
It’s a Rude World Out There!
There are so many examples in a given day that characterize rudeness. You know all those irritating things that OTHER people do! 😉 We’ve all seen them from time to time and regrettably, may have even been guilty of some, not knowingly of course. The Driver’s Rudeness that communicates a “me-first” attitude: pulling out in … Continue reading It’s a Rude World Out There!
The Last Goodbye!
Some memories grow in perspective. Like the end of 2014! Rodney and I drove to Alabama (from North Carolina) to spend a few days with family who were driving from Louisiana to meet up with us. We were looking forward to a big Louisiana gathering for July 4th, 2015 like we had experienced in 2013. … Continue reading The Last Goodbye!
Spring break
Recollections of Spring Break and other interesting novelties are forever embedded in my mind! I can’t help but share them because to me, they are a testament to God’s faithfulness through the years. And God’s faithfulness gives me reason to praise Him and exalt His name. Especially as I remember the most life-changing spring break … Continue reading Spring break
A Fragrant Aroma
“I want to live so fully in the Spirit that all my thoughts may be as sweet incense ascending to Thee and every act of my life may be an act of worship.” ---A.W. Tozer As a healthy investment, we made a choice to invest in Young Living Essential Oils several years ago. Our years … Continue reading A Fragrant Aroma
The Scarlett Road 