The days are getting longer. A small consolation in view of the winter months ahead. Gaining focus is a challenge. The darkness, gloom, and cold of these months makes me sluggish. I yearn for the warmth and renewed energy of Spring. Although today, the sky is bright and filled with encouragement. The Red-tailed Hawk is… [Read More]
Blessings or Curses
November 2, 2019
Unfortunately, this time of celebration has been filled with anxiety and investigation, due to harassment by a then unknown source.
Have you stopped to Consider the Birds?
September 3, 2019
This year has brought significant change. For me it meant rest and reflection, seeking the presence of the Lord. At first, I resisted the idea of slowing down, uncertain whether I was hearing from Spirit or Flesh. But my surrender came in the most unusual way … watching a graceful hawk soar through the skies…. [Read More]
The Three Little Pigs
March 15, 2019
By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures. Proverbs 24:3-4 NIV As a child, one of my favorite fables included The Three Little Pigs. I loved hearing the dramatic adaptation on the record player. The intensity of the music, while… [Read More]
ADJUSTMENTS
February 21, 2019
As I watched a Red-Tailed Hawk soar through the air I imagined what peace the freedom to fly brings. Alone, with no apparent threat of predators, he soared high, putting no thought into the mechanics of flight as he expertly navigated the currents. Birds learn to fly by flying. They test the skies, the wind,… [Read More]
Give Thanks To God
November 10, 2018
Give thanks in all circumstances for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. I Thessalonians 5:19 November opens the door to a special season. A time for family and friends to give thanks to God. On this special day, our family spends time around the table sharing the blessings of each… [Read More]
A Season of Change
October 11, 2018
By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called . . . . And he went out, not knowing where he was going. —Hebrews 11:8 In a popular hit song, Andy Williams names Christmas as “the most wonderful time of the year.” But not for me! Nothing awakens my senses like the season of Fall. I… [Read More]
Preparation and Obedience
August 22, 2018
“And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” Esther 4:14 My morning was rushed, due to a friend’s call for prayer. I multi-tasked, raced out the door and arrived at my destination in record time. I was driving to a farm that supplies our food pantry… [Read More]
Do Animals Have Feelings?
July 18, 2018
I’ve often wondered if wild animals feel sadness, hurt, or loss. I learned the answer today. As the saddest display unfolded in my backyard. Two vultures were on the ground while several circled overhead. I knew prey was in their sight. A few minutes earlier I had glanced out to see the resident groundhog milling… [Read More]
Resolutions Versus Reasonable Goals
January 9, 2018
Congratulations! You did it. The admirable goals you set in 2017 have all been met. You lost the weight, improved your finances, built relationships, finished a project, and embarked on a long standing dream. You are part of the 8% who made New Year’s resolutions and kept them all. I however, fall into the 92%… [Read More]
