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Sunday School Class Luncheon
Sunday, February 24 The tables were already set when we stopped in the fellowship hall before Sunday school – to make sure the coffee pots were set to go. I also put several pitchers of water in the refrigerator to chill until lunchtime. I figured that someone had gotten the forsythia at a greenhouse, but […]
Canada Geese & Red-Tailed Hawks
When we were coming home from church the other week, I said, “Oh, look, the Canada Geese are back on the pond.” Then I noticed another pair of birds on the fence. I wasn’t sure what they were at first, but after closer examination – in my bird book – I concluded that they were […]
Notes from Sunday Worship
Sunday, March 3 Sunday School Superintendent – Leland Litzenberger Opening thoughts on “Called to Serve”: Sometimes we wonder if serving is worth it. Serving can be chaotic, but maybe your service is helping someone put a piece of life’s puzzle together. Sunday school – Nevin Ebersole, Teacher What is temporal and what is eternal? When […]
Sportsman’s Dinner ~ Part 2
by Mt. Zion Baptist Church at Ephrata Business Center Saturday, February 23 Continued from yesterday Door prizes for the evening The hats were a popular door prize. Coffee was available when we got there. Registering for a door prize. The adult cards were orange. Youth cards were beige. Hors d’oeuvres, chili, and stew were available […]
Sportsman’s Dinner ~ Part 1
by Mt. Zion Baptist Church at Ephrata Business Center Saturday, February 23 It was good to be part of Mt. Zion Baptist Church’s Sportsman’s Dinner. They host an evening that is enjoyable and delicious. I enjoy seeing the results of talented hunters and taxidermists. It is a good opportunity to talk to outfitters, wildlife specialists, […]
Icy Beauty
Thursday, February 21 I couldn’t resist going outside to get some ice droplets up close. Later, when I went to the mailbox, this iced-in leaf caught my attention. I love taking time to capture icy beauty.
A Snowy Day
Wednesday, February 20 We even had red-winged blackbirds. I don’t often see them at the feeders. Cerwin and I were watching some early afternoon news when we suddenly heard three birds hit our windows. We thought that was unusual until we saw a hawk land on a branch just outside our living room window. As […]
Ladies Brunch – White Oak Church of the Brethren
Saturday, February 16 I arrived early to get pictures and reserve a seat where I could get pictures during the program without having to get up and walk around too much. It appeared that they were set up for 160 ladies. The committee always does a great job of decorating. This year it looked like […]
Well, That Was a Surprise – Part 2
Sunday, February 10 Continued from yesterday’s post Our nieces and nephews were invited to drop in during the afternoon and everyone was encouraged to share or bring memories. This is our oldest niece, Dorretta, who brought a teddy bear I made for her – many years ago. I can’t believe she still has it. 🙂 […]
Notes from Sunday Worship
Sunday, February 24 Sunday School – Joe Cassel, Teacher Satan does anything he can to distract us from truth. God’s vision for us is that we catch His vision and share it with others. As we go, do we think: “How can we bless others today”? Church – Ron Copenhaver, Preacher – 2 Timothy 2 […]
Well, That Was a Surprise – Part 1
Sunday, February 10 Just when I thought my birthday fun was over, we came home from church to this. Another party had not even entered my radar. When I first saw the cars in our driveway, I thought there were a bunch of mancave guys at our place to watch a game on TV. Then […]
Winter & Roses Vendor and Craft Show
This is what I saw through our living room window just before 7 am on Saturday Morning, February 9. What fun to go to Winter & Roses Vendor and Craft Show at the Manheim Farm Show Community Exhibition Center. This lady and her husband were raising funds toward adopting a baby. Sophie was selling children’s […]
Supper with Our Children
Friday Evening, February 8 Cerwin planned a special 75th birthday supper for me and our children at John J. Jeffries in Lancaster, PA. I told him that I am too old for surprises, so I was forewarned about this supper. All mothers with grown children know how special it is to have each of your […]
Birthday Flowers
Friday, February 8 This pretty arrangement plus a vase arrived from ProFlowers. The vase was so tight with flowers that I removed a few and put them in a bud vase in the living room. Thank you, Roy and Deb. It is now two weeks later and I still have a small bud vase of […]
Lunch at Isaac’s Restaurant & Deli
Friday, February 8 Following our manicures and pedicures we went to Isaac’s – a short drive from L.A. Nails in Lititz. Several chose the speckled lemonade (strawberries and pink lemonade). I chose sweet tea – and it was pretty good for a northern sweet tea. Nothing quite matches southern sweet tea. 🙂 Someone chose cheese […]
Manicures/Pedicures for the Girls
Friday Morning, February 8 Getting a pedicure and manicure on or close to my birthday has become a yearly tradition. I think I went alone for a few years, but soon decided that it would be more fun to have company. This is just a few of the fabulous stuff that was put into the […]
Completing My Pre-Birthday Week
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday – February 6, 7 and 8 I didn’t take any pictures on Day 5 and 6 of my birthday week, partly due to the arrival of Mark and Diane – to help celebrate my 75th birthday. Diane and Mark arrived late Wednesday evening – after a nine-hour drive from Maine, delivering […]