May God our Father himself and our Master Jesus clear the road to you!
And may the Master pour on the love so it fills your lives and splashes over on everyone around you. 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 (The Message)
Supper With Nate & Abby
Wednesday Evening, February 26 This was a make up birthday present to Nathaniel for the end of last year when we were on the road a lot. We don’t get to visit with just them very often, so going out together for a meal is delightful. I enjoy hearing about their life and plans and […]
Be happy in your hope.
Do not give up when trouble comes. Do not let anything stop you from praying. Romans 12:12 (New Life Version)
Cold Beauty From February
Since I spent so much time and space on my birthday, the visit from our Maine family, and other things, I left some of the February weather and bird pictures go until everything else was posted. A beautiful, winter, sunrise. Female Downy Woodpecker Male Red-bellied Woodpecker Nuthatch A Dark-eyed Junco protecting its food. It seems […]
Keep awake! Watch at all times.
The devil is working against you. He is walking around like a hungry lion with his mouth open. He is looking for someone to eat. 1 Peter 5:8 (New Life Version)
Supper At RD’s and Roy & Deb’s Animals
Saturday Evening, February 22 We met Roy and Deb here so we could spend an evening with them and his sister, Mary, who was visiting from Florida. We had a great time visiting and eating. I only photographed the desserts. Deb and I got crème brulee (as usual). Cerwin’s apple pie. If I remember correctly, […]
Listen, what’s the big deal if you love people who already love you?
Even scoundrels do that much! [Jesus] Luke 6:32 (The Voice)
A TFC Farewell Dinner For A Friend
Tuesday, February 11 This kind of luncheon at the International Office is bittersweet. Because it means that we are saying farewell to a good coworker and friend. On this day we were saying goodbye to Chris as a coworker. That is the sad part. However, we are happy for her because she is moving on to a job that […]
When you draw close to God
God will draw close to you. James 4:8 (Living Bible)
Shopping & Pampering For The Girls
Tuesday, February 18 When Diane and her girls decided to go shopping on Tuesday, I wasn’t sure that I would go along. I am not a fan of shopping. But, then I thought to myself, “Self you can stay home tomorrow when they drive back to Maine and the house is empty. This is a day you […]
We put our hope in the Lord.
He is our help and our shield. In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. Psalm 33:20-21 (New Living Translation)
A Special Birthday Cake For Abby
I think it was at the baby shower/birthday party the day before that we learned my niece Karen was baking donuts on Monday, February 17. She told us to stop in for some on the way home from our tea. (I expect her mom and sisters were also involved in the baking. They usually are.) […]
If you live your life animated by the Spirit
namely, God’s indwelling presence then your focus is on the work of the Spirit. Romans 8:5 (The Voice)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ The Ladies Who Shared The Tea
This is who I saw when I arrived at A Tea Affair on Monday, February 17 – our daughters, daughters-in-law, granddaughters and Mary Ellen a friend from Maine. Well, it was not exactly like that, as the above one was a posed one after we all settled in. It looked more like this – with […]
My 70th Birthday Marathon – Tea Delicacies
Monday, February 17 After each of us chose a flavor of tea, we were served delicious blueberry scones and lemon curd. Then we each chose either squash or broccoli and cheese soup to go with our delightful sandwich and dessert delicacies. I could eat like this every day. Tiny ham spread, BLT, and cucumber sandwiches Crème brulee […]
Be beautiful inside, in your hearts
with the lasting charm of a gentle and quiet spirit that is so precious to God. 1 Peter 3:4 (Living Bible)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ A Tea Party
My last clue on Sunday night said: Final Clue: A Tea Affair – 12 noon on Monday, February 17, 2014. Come and see who else may be there with you… We arrived just before noon. The room is beautifully decorated. The flowers made us feel like springtime – which was wonderful on this cold wintry […]
The Lord’s plans stand firm forever
his intentions can never be shaken. Psalm 33:11 (New Living Translation)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ Birthday Cards & Clues Of Something To Come
I never had – and will probably never have another birthday like this one! By Sunday evening, February 16, I had sixty cards and e-cards, plus about twice that many wishes on my blog and Facebook. Thank You! I feel honored and blessed by your love. After everyone left the drop-in party I began finding envelopes in interesting places around the […]
God keeps your days stable and secure
salvation, wisdom, and knowledge in surplus, and best of all, Zion’s treasure, Fear-of-God. Isaiah 33:6 (The Message)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ Visiting & Gifts
After letting Nate and Abby know that the afternoon was a family baby shower, decorations had to be changed. The birthday banner (designed by Kristen) was moved to another part of our garage. Cerwin’s mother demonstrates her great sense of humor. And before long the decorations had changed. In the kitchen Lydia was putting the finishing touches […]
Exercise your freedom by serving God
not by breaking the rules. Treat everyone you meet with dignity. Love your spiritual family. Revere God. Respect the government. 1 Peter 2:13 (The Message)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ From Birthday Party To Baby Shower
Sunday, February 16 When lunch was over, I mentioned that I would like a few photos (because I knew there was going to be a baby shower for Nate and Abby and there would probably not be another opportunity.) Someone suggested that we start by kissing! 🙂 Our children (Diane, Jere, Deb, and Jeff) have […]
There is a time to cry, and a time to laugh
a time to have sorrow, and a time to dance. Ecclesiastes 3:4 (New Life Version)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ Sunday With Our Family
Sunday, February 16 It is not over yet ~ the reason I called this a marathon. 🙂 A birthday rose from Hezekiah. He gave it to me when we got home from the restaurant on Saturday evening. Lydia and her friend Mary Ellen. There was a lot of noise and fun and busyness when Cerwin, Diane, […]
Blessed be the name of God forever and ever
for he alone has all wisdom and all power. Daniel 2:20 (Living Bible)
My 70th Birthday Marathon – The Surprise!
Saturday, February 15 I told Cerwin that the only thing I wanted for my birthday was dinner with our children. He told me that it did not suit the children on my birthday, so it was planned for a week later. That was certainly fine with me. I did not know where we were going […]
Don’t let public opinion influence how you live out our glorious, Christ-originated faith.
James 2:1 (The Message)
My 70th Birthday Marathon ~ A Gift From Maine & A Hint Of Another Gift
Friday, February 14 Because this was a beautiful winter day ~ and Valentine’s Day ~ I am including other pictures from the day. It was a beautiful Valentine’s Day morning. Snow that had fallen in previous days was being carefully sculpted by the wind. The bright sun highlighted the red parts of the barns that are […]
This day belongs to the Lord!
Let’s celebrate and be glad today. Psalm 118:24 (Contemporary English Version)