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    Sunday’s Make-A-Wish Parade Listed as the world’s largest truck convoy!  This is a large fund raiser for children with serious illnesses.   We were up early (4:30 AM) and stopped by our son’s house to pick up Josh … Continue reading →

    I Am Blessed With Three Mothers   Florence Hawthorne Hershey I was born one year after this picture in 1943 – her marriage to my dad.   This photo was taken in 1973 – at my sister’s wedding.  Mom died from … Continue reading →

    My Greatest Honor Being a Mother   Jeff likes living a bit on the “edge of the envelope” – driving anything that goes fast or is loud.  He’s a dedicated Christian husband, father, and neighbor – and the most like his … Continue reading →

    Saturday Morning Visitor I knew he’d be here.   I heard his trusty old truck before I saw him!   I Our oldest son – Jeff.   He always brings me a flower or plant the day before … Continue reading →

    Friday Evening Jere and Kristen’s children were here for a few hours while they went to a benefit sale for a local school.  (They oversee the school auction where their children attend, and like to attend other auctions.)   Shortly … Continue reading →

    Bloom Where You Are Planted It was a beautiful morning, so I decided to walk around our woodland acre and see what was blooming ~ before going to my basement office for the day.     Each spring this single … Continue reading →

    I Pray that the God who gives hope will fill you with much joy and peace while you trust in Him.     Then your hope will overflow by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 ICB … Continue reading →

    Tagged!   I was honored to be tagged by one of my favorite bloggers Taming_of_the_Shrew, asking me to list five sites that make me think. Look at my subscription list ~ on the left ~ there is no … Continue reading →

    Today   Robin’s Nest I noticed a robin repairing a nest which had been destroyed by winter storms.  Last week it was hanging by one side.  Today it is ready for occupancy.   A Green Gift Arlene, my friend, look how well your … Continue reading →

    I Am Tired Tonight!     My body is weary.   My back hurts.   My feet ache.    ~~~ But ~ I got the job done! ~~~    This morning there were 12,600 The Extra Mile newsletters neatly packed … Continue reading →