Happy Birthday to Our Favorite Jordan
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma High
Taxidermist
The taxidermist called to let our guys know that their mounts are ready. Jere stopped in after getting this nice mount from his 2012 Pennsylvania hunt in Tioga County. Cerwin got this European mount from his 2012 Kentucky hunt and showed it to Jordan. I am glad that we have a lot of space on […]
Then God said,
“And now we will make human beings; they will be like us and resemble us. They will have power over the fish, the birds, and all animals, domestic and wild, large and small.” Genesis 1:26 (Good News Translation)
Mules Fascinate Me
I look for them each time we go by the Amish farms on the way to visit Cerwin’s mother. There are at least four Amish farms in the last few miles before we get to her place. Cerwin got this ones attention when he stopped the car, rolled the window down, and talked to him a bit. His ears […]
Don’t forget to do good things
for others and to share what you have with them. These are the kinds of sacrifices that please God. Hebrews 13:16 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
Hawthorne Picnic
Sunday was a beautiful evening at our pavilion when the Hawthorne family came for our annual picnic. The Hawthorne’s are my mother’s family. I love watching these little ones – two of my sister, Nancy’s, granddaughters. I like the intensity of my cousin Donna’s expression as she visits with Aunt Hazel. Visiting is always an […]
Pray for Jeff & Chris’ Family Today
as this afternoon is the funeral for her Grandpa Cassel. http://www.buchfuneral.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=24358#wallTabLink He was Lois’ father and our daughter-in-law Chris’ very loved grandpa. Grandpa Cassel lived a long full life (age 98), and was a godly influence in Chris’ life as well as in the life of her mother. Saying goodbye to a loved one is always difficult.
The earth, O Lord, is full
of your steadfast love; teach me your statutes. Psalm 119:64 (New Revised Standard Version)
Supper With Josiah and Sandy
On Saturday evening we took Josiah and Sandy to Longhorn Steakhouse for his birthday. Before we left our house, I took a picture of just him – for my family photo file. Sandy and Josiah outside Longhorn Restaurant. Inside the restaurant. A man at the next table asked if he could take a photo of […]
Do not use harmful words
but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you. Ephesians 4:29 (Good News Translation)
Lunch With Roy & Deb
We had reservations at Lily’s for supper on Friday – with Roy and Deb – for his birthday which was July 7 – but when they came to Joanne’s funeral (10:30 a.m.), we changed the reservations to lunch. It didn’t seem wise for them to go home (one hour) and come back (another hour) for supper, and lunch worked for both […]
Fill us in the morning
with Your loving-kindness. Let us sing for joy and be glad all our days. Psalm 90:14 (New Life Version)
Sunrise ~ Moth ~ Travelers
I have a bit of a mix for my post tonight. The other morning Jere posted a picture of a beautiful sunrise. I was surprised because we do not see the sunrises this time of year – due to the way our house sits and because of the dense foliage and tall corn. It was even […]
Give thanks to the Lord
for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 107:1 (New Living Translation)
I Wanted to Stay Home
Tonight was the viewing/visitation for my friend Joanne. Tomorrow is her funeral. I said to Cerwin, “Do you think we could stay home and pretend this didn’t happen?” He didn’t think that would work. 🙁 When I told her son Kerry my plan (to pretend it didn’t happen), he said, “There are more of us who would have […]
Show me your faithful love this morning.
I trust in you. Show me what I should do. I put my life in your hands! Psalm 143:8 (Easy-to-Read Version)
Happy Birthday to Our Favorite Josiah
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma
Happy Birthday to Our Favorite Diana
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma
Butterflies
The other day I noticed there were lots of butterflies fluttering around the butterfly bush. As I approached the bush, about two dozen butterflies flew away. However, it didn’t take long for them to return. Do you see the “heart” on this one. I can’t determine if it is the butterfly’s design or from the […]
Seek wisdom about the good life
and remain innocent when it comes to evil. If you do this, the God of peace will crush Satan under your feet soon. Romans 16:19-20 (The Voice)
Sunday, July 28
I planned to take several photos at the Hershey Reunion on Sunday, but forgot about it until most of the people had gone home. It was supposed to be held in the pavilion in our wood lot, but due to the uncertain weather at noon, we set up tables in our garage, kitchen, and […]
Blessed are the people
who know how to praise you. They walk in the light of your presence, O Lord. Psalm 89:15 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
Taste of Mount Joy – Cruisin’ Cuisine
Saturday, July 27 We met Deb at Park City Diner for breakfast on Saturday morning to pick up some cookies she baked for Bunny O’Hare – to take to Taste of Mount Joy Cruisin’ Cuisine. The diner is about half way between our houses. This event closes Main Street (Barbara to New Haven St. and Marietta […]
Very dear to the Lord
are the lives of his followers. He cares when they face death. Psalm 116:15 (Easy-to-Read Version)
My Heart is Breaking
We received a sad phone call from our friend Gerald, telling us that Joanne went home to be with the Lord this evening.Photo taken on June 2, 2013 when she and Gerald were at our house for supper. She fought a valiant fight against cancer. My heart is not breaking for her, because I know she is rejoicing with the Lord. […]
A wise person will listen
and continue to learn, and an understanding person will gain direction. Proverbs 1:5 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
Getting Caught Up at Home
Saturday, July 20 to Friday, July 26 I needed to get re-acquainted with our house and yard after being away for nineteen days. Our grandson Josh had faithfully mowed our yard each week, but the bird feeders were empty and there were lots of weeds. (I took this picture after filling the bird feeders and pulling most […]
We must also consider
how to encourage each other to show love and to do good things. Hebrews 10:24 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
Toledo, Ohio, to Home
Friday, July 19 We drove into a beautiful sunrise on Friday morning – the last day of our 19-day trip. It was good to be back in Pennsylvania and on roads that looked familiar. I liked this pretty field of corn shocks where we stopped for lunch. It was just about 5:00 p.m. when we […]
Grow in grace
and understanding of our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 3:18 (The Message)