Last Thursday my husband and I headed out to Kansas Our son just took company command in the 1st Infantry Division. We're so proud! And we were so happy and grateful to be there with him and his lovely bride who is also an Army officer and awaiting her company command in the new year! … Continue reading I believe in traditions
Joyful, Joyful!
It's been several days since I've last posted. Sorry about that! But tonight, after a busy Thanksgiving and days following, I am sharing a song by one of my favorite Christian bands, Casting Crowns. It's called "Joyful, Joyful." It is a beautiful old song that's been updated and I just love it. My favorite part … Continue reading Joyful, Joyful!
Christ, the King
On this Feast of Christ the King, I have a video to share from one of my favorite social media personalities, Bishop Robert Barron. It's only a little over 2 minutes long and it's powerful and to the point, as he usually is on every topic. Watch it and listen to his advice in the … Continue reading Christ, the King
Heaven on Earth
I love this song by Stars Go Dim! If you're following my blog, you know how I am a big fan of Christian music and its positive, life giving message. Here's another one I heard on Sirius XM's "The Message" radio channel today. I have heard it before but I never really listened. The lyrics … Continue reading Heaven on Earth
The Apple of Your Eye
In Psalm 17 David prays for justice and for protection from those who want to do him harm. I often pray for protection for my family and friends. I have asked countless times for God's angels to surround loved ones when I'm concerned for their safety. Sometimes I don't even know what the dangers may … Continue reading The Apple of Your Eye
Scraps from the table…
In the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 15, verses 21-28, we read of the faith of the Canaanite woman. She begs Jesus to deliver her daughter from an evil spirit and the suffering it is causing her. Jesus explains that He came for the sake of "the lost sheep of Israel." That seems rather harsh and … Continue reading Scraps from the table…
Advice for worried moms
A mom recently asked for some online parenting advice. This was my response. There were a lot of others, but this is my blog so I'll only post what I basically shared! Live a life of faith, talk to your children about God and make God and Christian beliefs a part of your every day … Continue reading Advice for worried moms
“I am fearless”
I can't believe it's been 10 days since I last wrote an entry for this blog! How is that possible? Well, I went to San Diego for a few days to receive some of our household goods in to our new home out there. And that was exhausting. Flying coast to coast is no picnic. … Continue reading “I am fearless”
Hearts
"I bless the Lord who counsels me; even at night my heart exhorts me. I keep the Lord before me; With him at my right hand, I shall never be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad, my soul rejoices; my body also dwells secure..." - Psalm 16: 7-9 "You guard my heart with Your truth … Continue reading Hearts
Act Like This…
After a short hiatus I am back and picking up with Psalm 15, the next one in the sequence as I reflect on all 150 over the coming weeks. I have cut and pasted the entire Psalm below because it's beautiful and I just love what it says. It's from the United States Council of … Continue reading Act Like This…
