“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.” Jeremiah 17:7-8 The beautiful momentsRead More
This Simple-Graceful Life
Jars for Homemade Christmas Gifts 🙂 Skipping the creation of written reflection in June was rewarding. Although I now experience a touch of writer’s block, I’ve come to know that what’s in my heart is easily expressed when I consider the importance of realness in my life. As a quiet person, my mouth often remainsRead More
Precise Understandings of Sweet Love (P2)
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Matthew 7 v 7 One way I try to parse the many constructive, abbreviated, and often creative thoughts in my mind, is to write. I write either here or elsewhere. And I read asRead More
Precise Understandings of Sweet Love (P1)
First Flower in the Garden Keeping up with social media, emails, meetings, news, research in my industry, etc., can seem daunting. I get told by close friends who say that as soon as they become captivated by my social media posts, I pull back from posting. Mind you; I don’t pull back because I amRead More
This Beneficial Life I Know
First Sign of Victoria Rhubard in the Perennial Garden Leaves pop from awaiting trees, green grass pushes away dormant pieces, perennials begin to flourish, and warmer days are introduced on selected mornings with embedded calmness and also with sometimes brisk and boisterous winds. Seeds are sprouting at farms, and tomato plants in one hand-built smallRead More
Holding Faith in Times of Difficulty
“It is not often that I speak upon life’s circumstances. Yet, there comes a time to examine brokenness in the world, the people we know, and even ourselves. Yet, even within brokenness, the Light of Christ shines through. When Jesus emerged from the tomb, he did not look like He did before. He wasRead More
Spring’s Sweet Promise
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105 “It’s exciting to see things coming up again, plants that you’ve had twenty or thirty years. It’s like seeing an old friend.” ― Tasha Tudor The first day of spring this year was one of supreme beauty in myRead More
Effectively Living God’s Ethical Purity
Homemade: Green Tomato Relish| So Yummy in Potato Salad 🙂 At the time of this creation, it is 6 degrees outside. But the consolation that Spring is just about two weeks ahead brings forth joy. As a gardener, I am conscious that March, which produces the Spring season, is often sketchy here in Colorado. Nonetheless,Read More
Spiritual Thoughts of Faith and Human Understanding
Self-Care| Markdown Valentine’s Day Roses One of the most significant challenges I face is when I am provided the opportunity to interact with difficult people. I say these moments are opportunities, yet they bring me momentary grief. Opportunities can come when I ask simple questions. They appear with selective client interactions with some family members,Read More
A Gathering of Grace and Mercy
Living Home: Sweet Mint Growing on a Windowsill The time I took off from this space last week, I believe, was well deserved. Currently, my work life has many angles I am urgently trying to fill. But I also know that creating these reflections soothes my sometimes, weary soul. So here I am today, toRead More
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