Each year ideas run through my mind of what a birthday should look like and sometimes they may seem pretty farfetched: a Bahama cruise, a night on the Riveria, a Hawaiian vacation, a scenic tour to the largest waterfall destination or a Scandinavian adventure. Those are just a few 😉 Looking back on what actually … Continue reading I’m So Glad I live in a World where there are Octobers
Grandchildren
Can you hear the bell ringing again?
Can you hear the bell ringing again? Another school year in bloom; excitement abounds from pressed uniforms with shiny sneakers to new smelling books and brightly colored markers! A year with exciting, yet unknown, adventures to chase. Can you hear it? Not far off, grumblings ensue: the teacher is too strict, she gives too much … Continue reading Can you hear the bell ringing again?
A RACE WITH MANY WITNESSES!
Approaching the finish line of my very first 5K (at 62 years of age), I immediately noticed my thoughtful applauding son-in-law. He had positioned himself in front of and to the left of the finish line. Directly across from him, a small figure had been coached to stand on the right side. Thankfully, out of … Continue reading A RACE WITH MANY WITNESSES!
Training to Run a 5K (A definite “OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE” Experience)
Never, and I mean NEVER was “running” a part of my makeup! Yes, certainly, it is a word I use often…I am running to the store; I’m running to drop this off at the post office; etc. But playing basketball in jr. high/high school/a year of college was the closest I ever came to having … Continue reading Training to Run a 5K (A definite “OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE” Experience)
The Coolest and Most Fun “over the river and through the woods” Excursion
Our Newport grands have each taken turns staying at Gram and Pop’s house. The older two visited last year (2024) at different times, while the third and youngest of the three (7 years old) came for several days at the end of last month leading into April (2025). Without a doubt our motto is to … Continue reading The Coolest and Most Fun “over the river and through the woods” Excursion
Life Viewed through a Wonderful Gift!
Every child is born with purpose. The Bible says this purpose is in light of each one being image bearers of our Creator. When a boy, Jesus learned obedience through submitting to His parents. We as parents are to model Christ’s example and teach the Bible to our children. In turn the children bring a … Continue reading Life Viewed through a Wonderful Gift!
A Badge of Honor
Abiding, Part 2
With children going back to school, parents may have some concerns. Will their child’s teacher be patient, caring, and honest? Will the teacher be wise in assessing the true gift of their child? Will truth be the loudest voice in the classroom? As a mother and grandmother, I understand these concerns. And even as a … Continue reading Abiding, Part 2
Spontaneous Praise
Happy New Year to each of you faithful readers on the Scarlett Road! Twenty-twenty-two’s arrival was a bit bumpy for several reasons; I will be sharing more about each of the reasons in the coming days. But for now, (?!) a grandbaby due this month is taking large quantities of time and energy since big … Continue reading Spontaneous Praise
A Reward From Him
On this beautiful- gift-of-a- morning in Colorado, and keeping with my “no dairy, no sugar” fast, I enjoyed a breakfast of scrambled eggs, grits and bacon. But what I’ve enjoyed the most is spending time with precious granddaughters. They provide hours of fun and making sure I sleep well at night 😉 - But not … Continue reading A Reward From Him
The Scarlett Road 