Burs on the soul
As I was weeding a particularly overrun corner of the yard, I noticed that each reach of my gloved hand resulted in an array of burs clinging on tight. I stopped momentarily to pick the burs from my…
What to do with the grief
I mentioned in yesterday’s post that I lost most of my close friendships this summer. It was hard … and painful. What to do with the grief?? The last two weekends the air has been choked with wildfire…
Dormant … but not dead
Every summer the grass in the Pacific Northwest goes dormant … as you can see from the background photo. Our 9-10 months of continual constant rainy drizzle finally ceases (this year it didn’t cease until the end of…
Psalm 23:6
"Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever." - Psalm 23:6
Keys to Relationship – Prayer!
Never underestimate the power of prayer when it comes to the relationships in your life. Pray for those with whom you are in relationship! Prayer is powerful!"I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my…
Psalm 23:5
"You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies ... my cup overflows." - Psalm 23:5
Keys to Relationship – Give it everything you’ve got.
As you look at the background photo for today you might notice some tiny little figures high up on the ledge just to the right of the center. This is the trail which hubby and I were hiking…
Psalm 23:4
"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me ... You comfort me." - Psalm 23:4
Keys to Relationship – Be present
There is a big difference between being in the presence of someone, and actually "being present." Simply spending time together with someone is not the same as "being present."Most often we are distracted ... distracted by concerns and…
Psalm 23:3
"He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake." - Psalm 23:3