Rest in the Lord and be willing to wait for Him. Psalm 37:7 (NLV)
Saturday Evening, May 24 Diane is a daughter after my own heart. As we were concluding our meal at Taste of Maine, she said, “Let’s go right at the end of the drive, then take the next right and see what is on the other side of the lake.” I love back roads, and it didn’t […]
Mind your own business, and earn your own living. 1 Thessalonians 4:11 Easy-to-Read Version (ERV)
Saturday Evening, May 24 It has been several years since we went to my favorite Maine restaurant, because it is closed during the winter ~ and we always visit in January. Our second visit is for the bluegrass festival on Labor Day weekend ~ and we always have things to do and places to eat at the […]
with the enduring quality of a gentle, peaceful spirit. This type of beauty is very precious in God’s eyes. 1 Peter 3:4 Common English Bible (CEB)
When visiting ~ I try to find a least one morning when I can take a relaxing walk and breathe in some Maine air ~ and pray. I love to walk and notice what is going on around me. I thought about the sand that lines both sides of the road ~ because we are not far from several […]
James 4:17 The Voice (VOICE)
Thursday, May 22 Girlfriends Opening gifts With her friend ~ MaryEllen Emily Lydia Billie Sisters Alice and Franzi Rachel Heather Kari Us I went out back to get a picture of the group around the fire pit ~ and of MaryEllen and Heze playing Othello. It was dark ~ except for the fire ~ and […]
And we are living in the Truth itself, in God’s Son, Jesus Christ. This Jesus is both True God and Real Life. Dear children, be on guard against all clever facsimiles. 1 John 5:20-21 The Message (MSG)
Thursday Evening, May 22 Her graduation announcement. We decorated a porch table with lilacs. Lydia wanted Gerbera daisies on the tables. Setting the dining room table. The gift & card table Flowers that Lydia made for the cake. Hannah decorated Lydia’s chair. The family and Hezekiah’s friend Peter ate in the dining room. Cerwin grilled hot dogs and […]
Always be ready to give an answer when someone asks you about your hope. 1 Peter 3:15 Contemporary English Version
Wednesday May 21 I enjoyed watching these girls celebrate with Lydia after the graduation ceremony. The food trades students prepared a delicious layout of snacks for everyone to enjoy. Lydia designed the beautiful flowers on this cake. When I noticed that someone was taking their pictures outside the cafeteria, I quickly went to capture some of […]
Then you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free. [Jesus] John 8:31-32 (New Century Version)
Wednesday, May 21 Brunswick High School, Crooker Theater, Brunswick, Maine Our first sighting of Lydia ~ after arriving at the high school ~ was with her friends Lydia and Franzi. Sitting with her Food Trades class. Lydia’s friends Lydia, Franzi, MaryEllen and her sister Elizabeth sat behind us several rows. A picture of Lydia during the slide show of students […]
Psalm 66:5 (The Message)
Nate and Abby came for supper on Monday night so Diane could spend more time with Anthony and say goodbye to them before we headed to Maine. Diane giving Anthony a goodbye kiss. Cute feet Cute baby! We were up early Monday morning ~ and left just before sunrise ~ to head for Maine. At the […]
They will be like a tree planted near a stream whose roots spread out toward the water. It has nothing to fear when the heat comes. Its leaves are always green. It has no need to be concerned in a year of drought. It does not stop bearing fruit. Jeremiah 17:7-8 (New English Translation)
We had a family drop-in at our house on Sunday afternoon ~ May 18 ~ so our children and grandchildren could visit with Diane before we took her back to Maine ~ and to take family pictures. Anthony made five generations on Cerwin’s side of the family. Mother High is pleased to have her second great-great-grandchild. On […]
it gives us new life. His teachings last forever, and they give wisdom to ordinary people. Psalm 19:7 (Contemporary English Version)
Saturday evening, May 17 We enjoy this small banquet, because it gives us time to be with a wonderful group of TFC friends and supporters. Maggie blessed us with two beautiful songs. Bunny O’Hare gave a ministry update, thanked them for being faithful to TFC since 1975 ~ that’s 39 years ~ and shared how he challenges our […]
(that contentment which is a sense of inward sufficiency) is great and abundant gain. 1 Timothy 6:6 (Amplified Bible)
Springtime brings so many flowers to our yard that I barely have time to post the pictures. These were in my photo file from a few weeks ago. There are some afternoons when the sky just calls me outside. This was a day our cherry trees were in full blossom. Our tulips looked pretty in the warm evening sun. Our […]
don’t let it slip away. Protect Wisdom, for without her, life isn’t worth living.
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma
Wednesday, May 15 We were delighted that Deb invited us to join her, Diane, Abby, and Nate for the supper she provided at Nate and Abby’s house. Afterwards we took turns holding Anthony. Deb had her new baby along too ~ a groundhog. 🙂 He still needs milk. I think she said he is about […]
don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; He’s the one who will keep you on track. Proverbs 3:5-6 (The Message)
Wednesday, May 14 Abby, Anthony, and Diane We are enjoying having our daughter Diane here from Maine as she helps Abby and gets to enjoy her new grandson, Anthony. On Wednesday afternoon she and I enjoyed getting a few groceries, then Cerwin took us out for supper at Brickerville House. My sausage and cabbage soup was delicious. […]
Philippians 1:27 (New International Version)
never hold grudges. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Colossians 3:13 (Living Bible)
Shortly after horns began blaring at 1:30 p.m., the first truck went by us. Our friend Marv Sauder was in the second truck. This clown had an open air ride. Definitely one of the most interesting “rigs” in the convoy. We were the 30th truck – right behind Lapp Electric. I could not find an official […]
