Rest in the Lord and be willing to wait for Him. Psalm 37:7 (NLV)
I enjoyed watching this robin one morning. I wanted to capture a shot of her pulling a worm out of the ground, but she was too fast for me. The next time I looked out the window, she was taking a bath. Are you watching me? Then I’m out of here. I appreciate privacy when I bathe. […]
This will happen when we set aside our self-interests and work together to create true community instead of a culture consumed by provocation, pride, and envy. Galatians 5:25-26 (The Voice)
Today, April 18 Thanks to four volunteers (Lois Keller, Lois Wells, Josh and Jason Diffenderfer) we labeled and prepared 2,692 individual Highway News & Good News for mailing ~ between 9:00 am and 10:30 am. I told them that we were glad nobody forgot about it, because if Cerwin and I had to do this job alone, it would take four-and-a-half hours. Truly, many hands […]
If we love one another, God dwells deeply within us, and his love becomes complete in us— perfect love! 1 John 4:11-12 (The Message)
Saturday Evening, April 12 We arrived early to set up the projector and display table. When we were finished with the setup, I had opportunity to photograph the pretty flowers on each table. They were donated by Cremer Florist, Hanover, Pennsylvania. Then I checked out the silent auction ~ and did some bidding of my own. […]
pure and full of quiet gentleness. peace-loving and courteous. willing to yield to others; full of mercy and good deeds. wholehearted and straightforward and sincere. James 3:17 (Living Bible)
They are adding the color of yellow to our mostly brown woodlot. They will always remind me of my dad. Daddy loved daffodils. Some of ours came from his daffodil bed. From the Internet: Daffodils are attractive trumpet-shaped perennial flowers that bloom from bulbs during the spring. They are considered to be one of the most […]
Long after stars burn out and earth wears out, God’s Law will be alive and working. Matthew 5:18 (The Message)
Wednesday, April 9It was a cool, breezy evening, but the beautiful sky drew me outside. The sky was filled with interesting clouds. I walked to a spot ~ just a short distance from our house ~ where I had a good view of the valley and the setting sun. Then took pictures of what I saw. Yes, […]
who treasure My instruction within your hearts: Don’t be afraid of people’s scorn. Don’t let their dismissive criticism, bitter anger, or hatred get you down. Isaiah 51:7 (The Voice)
Early April I am enjoying springtime more than ever ~ after the l-o-n-g winter… …and seeing flowers with fresh joy. Sunshine on flowers is delighting my eyes. Early one morning a pair of mallards came waltzing through our yard ~ also aware that it is springtime. Cerwin raking and picking up thousands of nuts and shells from our shellbark trees ~ left behind […]
If you do this, none of you will be deceived by sin and become stubborn. Hebrews 3:13 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon for a two-mile-plus walk around the neighborhood. I could see evidence that the trees are beginning to bud. There are many small ground flowers along the road… …including dandelion. Pretty tulips in a neighbor’s yard. A few more steps and I was in front of the cows. A pretty daffodil. ~~~ My first […]
1 Corinthians 14:1 (Living Bible)
Monday, April 7 Her restaurant of choice. We like eating at Texas Roadhouse, but had never been to this location in Palmyra. I especially enjoyed the drive – over back roads that I rarely travel. Just looking at this picture reminds me of the delicious, warm roll. It was fun to spend time with her and hear […]
nothing mightier than Your awesome works. I will tell of Your greatness as long as I have breath. Psalm 145:6 (The Voice)
I love to see the moon on a dark clear night. The moon phase calendar tells me it was a “waxing crescent” moon on April 1. 4% of it was visible and it was 2 days after new moon. Though the moon is ever-changing to our eyes with its waxing and waning, it is still the […]
Use psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to teach and instruct yourselves about God’s kindness. Sing to God in your hearts. Colossians 3:16 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
After supper preparations were complete, we went outside for some photos. First ~ the two pianists ~ Jana and Jared Jared with his parents. This photo is by Deb, because the expressions on their faces is better than on my photo. Jana with her parents Jana and her mom – another photo by Deb. I didn’t take one of […]
Galatians 5:16 (The Voice)
In my entry yesterday, I wanted to focus on the recital and each student, so didn’t post these. Jared before the recital. He wanted a suit – would have really liked “tails” – because that is how Tom and Jerry dress for recitals. 🙂 Yes, the cartoon characters. Jere took him to Salvation Army where they found […]
because the Lord, the Lord alone, is an everlasting rock. Isaiah 26:4 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
By Students of Rachel Siegrist ~ Sunday Afternoon, April 6, 2014 We enjoyed a delightful recital in the chapel at Pleasant View Retirement Community. I wanted to include each student in one entry, so used more photos than I usually do. Prelude by Renee – granddaughter of Rachel. Rachel – a friend of ours – is the student’s […]
You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. 1 Peter 2:9 (New Living Translation)
Female purple finches and female house finches are similar ~ so I cannot always tell one from the other. From the internet: The sharpness of the markings is key for distinguishing female house finches and purple finches. Female house finches have blurry streaks on their underparts and a relatively plain face, while female purple finches have […]
There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you. Isaiah 41:10 (The Message)
I was mesmerized by quickly moving clouds ~ a few days ago ~ with the backdrop of a beautiful blue sky. You must not blame me if I do talk to the clouds. ~Henry David Thoreau The sky is the daily bread of the eyes. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson There are no rules of architecture for a castle in the […]
Then it is peace-loving and courteous. It allows discussion and is willing to yield to others; it is full of mercy and good deeds. It is wholehearted and straightforward and sincere. James 3:17 (Living Bible)
There are beautiful sunrises ~ and then there are sunrises that are just amazing. This is what it looked like outside early on March 20 – without any color touch-up to the pictures. I stood and watched and enjoyed the colors for a long time. Beautiful! Glorious! Amazing! Words that came to mind.