Defenseless Army

It began in 1973 This war on our defenseless army Who are these robed men From where comes their power To say we're unworthy to live in this hour At first we thought this war we could win After all what person would stoop to such sin But now oh how we have cried That … Continue reading Defenseless Army

How Gratitude affects attitude

    Gratitude makes for a great attitude Last year I made a commitment to stop whining about winter.   I dreaded winter every year because I don't like the cold, dark days it brings.  I prefer the warm, long, sunny days of summer.  God began to convict me of my sour attitude and I … Continue reading How Gratitude affects attitude

Moments in Time

Time is moments once spent never to be returned again.    We may be at the same physical location and even with the same people, but each day and every moment within that day is unique to its own. One summer my husband and I met up with my daughter while she was in Orlando for a … Continue reading Moments in Time

Hiking

I've never thought of hiking as a dangerous sport.  You're just walking through the woods right?  Yet, for one day in this past summer, that proved surprisingly not true. Middle Tennessee has so many beautiful parks with mountain trails that are just challenging enough for a good workout.  The trees are gorgeous any time of … Continue reading Hiking

When Life Seems Out of balance

My husband and I enjoy biking on the weekend. The greenway near our home is a beautiful place to ride. The paved trail runs along a long, winding river, complete with water falls and lined with lush flora and beautiful green trees. The air is fresh, smells wonderful, and feels great blowing in our face … Continue reading When Life Seems Out of balance

Why I blog

I'm a natural encourager.  I can always see the good in people - their great qualities, characteristics and abilities when sometimes they can't see them for themselves.   Actually, I'm pretty good at seeing the good in any situation, especially bad ones.  Maybe that's because I tend to look for them. I love the Word … Continue reading Why I blog