Don’t pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize their faults
—unless, of course, you want the same treatment. Matthew 7:1The Message (MSG)
Food & Bluegrass
Saturday, July 12 ~ At Jakey & Crystal’s (our niece) new house. I took only a few pictures of the delicious food. Every couple brought a dish or two. Crystal is standing at the door. There was a light rain after supper, so they began pickin’ and singin’ in the garage. We all enjoyed watching […]
God has called you to a free life.
Just make sure that you don’t use this freedom as an excuse to do whatever you want to do and destroy your freedom. Galatians 5:13 The Message (MSG)
Bible School
Thursday, July 10 Our Bible School – White Oak Church of the Brethren – is always well-attended. If you get there just before 7:00 PM, the front of the church is lined with teachers and children. We got there a bit early so I could get a few pictures from the balcony. It looks there […]
Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop.
But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 2 Corinthians 9:6 New Living Translation (NLT)
Another Evening ~ Another Rainbow
Wednesday, July 9 It was a beautiful, warm evening when we noticed rain coming from the southwest. Before long we could see a definite line as the rain approached us. I stood under the roof that extends beyond our house and enjoyed the beautiful, rainy atmosphere. After going back in the house, I “felt” the rainbow before I saw […]
Don’t believe everything you hear.
Carefully weigh and examine what people tell you. Not everyone who talks about God comes from God. 1 John 4:1The Message (MSG)
A Tuesday Evening Drive
Tuesday, July 8 I was in a photo-taking mode (which is fairly normal) as we drove through Lititz to visit Cerwin’s mother. I was looking for “my” mules as we went around the backside of Lancaster Airport – and thought they were not outside – then I saw them in a different pasture. I never tire of seeing […]
Be self-controlled in all things.
2 Timothy 4:5 New English Translation (NET Bible)
Morning to Evening
I enjoyed an early morning walk around our yard a few days ago and thought you might like to see what I discovered. I found a few dew-covered spider webs. My first tomato is growing nicely. It looks like we will have more tomatoes this summer. Our ferns are full and beautiful. Daylilies in the morning sun. […]
Better to live alone in a tumbledown shack than share a mansion with a nagging spouse.
Proverbs 21:9The Message (MSG)
Birthday Party & Daisies
Monday Evening, July 7 Irene and Jana waiting for Roy to arrive at RD’s American Grill for his birthday supper. Irene is an exchange student from Spain, and is spending several weeks with Jere and Kristen’s family. When Hunter and Jesse heard that Roy had arrived, they hid behind the door and jumped out at him when […]
Let us hold strong to the confession of our hope, never wavering,
since the One who promised it to us is faithful. Hebrews 10:23 The Voice (VOICE)
Road Trip ~ Traveling Home
Sunday, July 6 We were on the road ~ heading east ~ shortly after 6:00 AM. We enjoy traveling on Sunday mornings because Sirius Radio has gospel bluegrass music all morning. At 10:00 AM we called in to our home church and listened to the singing and message. Modern technology is an amazing blessing. We […]
Mark a life of discipline and live wisely; don’t squander your precious life.
Proverbs 8:33 The Message (MSG)
Road Trip ~ Supper With Clayton & Peggy
Saturday Evening, July 5 Clayton, Peggy, Cerwin, and I enjoyed a slow walk toward the restaurant where we had reservations. This was the sidewalk to an antique shop. We liked this sign indicating that the shop was closed. We weren’t shopping anyway. We arrived at Cobblestone Grill about half-an-our early but decided to see if our table was ready. When […]
Father, out of Your honorable and glorious riches, strengthen Your people.
Fill their souls with the power of Your Spirit. Ephesians 3:16 The Voice (VOICE)
Road Trip ~ Meeting Friends In Zionsville, Indiana
Saturday Evening, July 5 We got to Zionsville about an hour before our supper appointment ~ which we planned ~ so we’d have time to enjoy the historic area of the town. We had been here the evening before, but discovered almost everything was closed for the holiday. I loved the brick streets. Consequently when […]
The Lord is righteous in everything he does
he is filled with kindness. Psalm 145:17 New Living Translation (NLT)
Road Trip ~ Surprise & Friends
Saturday, July 5 After returning from my photo shoot (previous post), and while Howard and Cerwin worked on the air conditioner, I went to the living quarters area to meet the volunteer chaplain who had arrived just before I got there. After learning that his name was Bob, I learned that he was a retired missionary […]
The Word of the Lord is right.
He is faithful in all He does. Psalm 33:4 New Life Version (NLV)
Happy Birthday To Our Favorite Elizabeth
We Love You! Grandpa & Grandma
Road Trip ~ Beauty At Whitestown TA Travel Center
Saturday, July 5. 9:00 AM was our appointment with Chaplain Howard – to replace the non-working air conditioner with a working one – on the Indy Lighthouse Chapel. It didn’t take the guys long to remove the old one and place it outside on the grass (left). Cerwin and Howard getting the new one ready for […]
Each of you has been blessed with one of God’s many wonderful gifts
to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well. 1 Peter 4:10 Contemporary English Version (CEV)
Road Trip!
On Monday morning, June 30 (after the Truck Rally), Cerwin and I stopped to get gas for our RAV4 – when on the way to the Lebanon Expo to get the TFC chapel. I hadn’t eaten breakfast, so went inside the gas station for a Dunkin Donut French cruller. (I love French crullers!) When I walked back […]
Be good to each other.
Agree with one another. Live in peace with one another. And the God who gives love and peace will be with you. 2 Corinthians 13:11Worldwide English (New Testament) (WE)
I Love The Flowers And Things Of Summertime
I enjoy taking time ~ at least once a day ~ to walk around our yard to see what is blooming. Daylilies are still pretty. Crown vetch blooms are covering the bank to our north west. I can smell the honeysuckle as I approach the blooms. I don’t know what this is, but it looks […]
You are the source of all life
and because of your light we see the light. Psalm 36:9 Good News Translation (GNT)
Happy Birthday To Our Favorite Roy
We Love You! Daddy & Mother
Jesse’s Seventh Birthday
Monday, June 30 You know there’s a generation difference when Jared asked, “Mom, why did you put a hashtag on the cake?” Kristen said, “That means number seven.” I suppose either works. 🙂 Jared played a new song for us – new for him. It’s fun having a birthday party for a seven year old. Everything […]