Above all, carry the shield of faith so that you can extinguish the flaming arrows of the evil one.
Ephesians 6:16 Common English Bible (CEB)
Bryson’s Birthday Cake
Saturday, August 9 The “Cat in the Hat” leads the singing of the birthday song. Are they singing that song for me? I wonder why Daddy removed my shirt? Oh, wow! I do understand food and I see a pretty cupcake. Oh, I see the Cat is still here. I hope he doesn’t want my […]
Look carefully then how you walk!
Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent people). Ephesians 5:15 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Bryson’s First Birthday
Saturday Afternoon, August 9 Bryson is our great nephew, the son of our nephew Bryan and his wife, Leslie, and the grandson of Cerwin’s brother, Elvin, and his wife Pat. Arriving: Cerwin’s mother with her granddaughter Crystal – aunt of Bryson. The birthday boy Bryson’s cousin Bailey Grandma Pat with three of her grandchildren, Peyton, […]
My Laptop
I will be back to normal blogging when my laptop is repaired. I am having a great week with the grandchildren, so there are lots of fun things going on – because it’s Cousin’s week.
I keep my eyes always on the Lord.
With Him at my right hand I will not be shaken. Psalm 16:8 NIV
Supper With Jere & Kristen ~ Goodbye To Our Houseguests
Friday, August 8 through Sunday August 10 Since the little miss and I were ready early, we began walking to Jere and Kristen’s house. Reuben and Judi eventually came along and picked us up. Getting acquainted with Jere and Kristen’s dog, Jake. Kristen often has fresh flowers to decorate their table. A yummy salad. Lasagna was […]
You Follow Me!
If I want him to live until I come back, what concern is that of yours? You follow me! John 21:22New English Translation (NET Bible) (This has been a challenging verse to me for many years, and God often uses it to remind me to keep following Him, regardless of others attitudes or choices.)
Enjoying Our Houseguests
Wednesday, August 6“K” was fascinated by my electric toothbrush and stood in the doorway of the bathroom ~ not sure what to think of the sound. Photos by her mom, Judi. Supper at Landis Homes with Cerwin’s mother. “K” likes to investigate everything, and wanted to make this “work”. Since her legs were too short […]
Jesus leads us into a place of radical grace where we are able to celebrate the hope of experiencing God’s glory.
Romans 5:2 The Voice (VOICE)
Baseball
Thursday, August 7 When we heard that two of our church teams were playing each other, we decided that it would be a good night to watch a game or two. Our grandson Nate plays on the Red team. I like this picture. 🙂 I don’t know this little guy’s name, but enjoyed watching him […]
But for me it is good to be near God
I have made the Lord God my refuge, that I may tell of all your works Psalm 73:28 English Standard Version (ESV)
Houseguests
We looked forward to the arrival of our niece Judi, her husband, Reuben, and daughter, “K” (from Wisconsin), and loved having them stay with us as they awaited the birth of a child they planned to adopt. They arrived on Saturday evening, August 2 and by the middle of the next week were nicely fitting […]
Stay focused on Jesus, who designed and perfected our faith.
Hebrews 12:2 The Voice (VOICE)
Butterflies
One of my favorite things about August is butterflies. Oh, the joy of God-created things.
Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me lead.
You’re not in the driver’s seat; I am. [Jesus] Matthew 16:24 The Message (MSG)
Hawthorne Picnic
Sunday Evening, August 3 We planned to have the picnic at the pavilion in the woodlot behind our house, but then it began to rain about two hours before suppertime. Consequently Cerwin and Reuben brought the serving table up from the woods. The evening turned out to be nice, but everyone seemed to appreciate being […]
I am filled with joy and my soul vibrates with exuberant hope
because of the Eternal my God; For He has dressed me with the garment of salvation, wrapped me with the robe of righteousness. Isaiah 61:10 The Voice (VOICE)
Invited To See The Baby Peeps
There was not much time to relax after we woke up on Friday, August 1. There were suitcases to unpack, laundry to do, the house to get ready for houseguests who were arriving on Saturday evening, and the pavilion to prepare for a Sunday reunion. Jere and Kristen’s boys invited us to come see their new […]
You are my God.
Show me what you want me to do, and let your gentle Spirit lead me in the right path. Psalm 143:10 Contemporary English Version (CEV)
Supper In Jackson & Flying Home
Wednesday Evening, July 30 & Thursday, July 31 After getting settled into our motel in the town of Jackson, we walked to Sweetwater Restaurant ~ a few blocks away. It was a beautiful evening so we sat outside. (I chose to leave my camera in the motel, so these are cell phone pictures.) My favorite food here […]
Let patience have its perfect work
that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. James 1:4 New King James Version (NKJV)
Last Afternoon In Yellowstone
Wednesday, July 30 You knew it would soon be coming ~ my last post on Yellowstone. 🙂 While having lunch on the deck at Tower Falls we noticed a young mule deer. There were fifty-plus people walking around the parking lot and in the campground store, but she contentedly grazed along the road ~ unnoticed by most […]
Don’t tear down another person with your words.
Instead, keep the peace, and be considerate. Titus 3:2 The Voice (VOICE)
Continuing Our Morning Saga ~ Day 3 In Yellowstone
Wednesday, July 30 Our goal for Wednesday was to meander over roads where we had seen wildlife and beautiful scenery on the previous two days. We continued to see bison as we traveled away from the Mud Volcano area. As you can see, the fog had not yet lifted in Hayden Valley. I liked this […]
The God who rules from heaven is in control.
Daniel 4:26 Contemporary English Version (CEV)
Mud Volcano ~ Day 3 In Yellowstone
Wednesday, July 30 We were glad that we arrived here early enough in the day to find a parking spot. I find these boiling, gurgling mud pots interesting and fascinating. This was correctly named, as it gave a continuous deep rumbling sound from somewhere underground. While listening to Dragons Mouth Spring, Cerwin noticed a bison coming over […]
Declare his glory among the nations
and his marvelous works among all the peoples. 1 Chronicles 16:24 World English Bible (WEB)
Happy Birthday To Our Favorite Jordan
We Love You! Grandpa & Grandma
A Foggy Morning ~ Day 3 In Yellowstone
Wednesday, July 30 I think this is a raven because it was larger than a crow. I thought it looked pretty in the morning fog ~ as pretty as a raven can be. 🙂 The fog created a slight haze in the morning sunshine. Some places more than others. Our next stop was Mud Volcano Area […]