Do you need a bit of encouragement today? I do, and that verse from Ephesians is one of my favorites. I hope the flowers make you smile. I hope the verse reminds you of how big our God is. … [Read more...]
Blessings Roll Call
I'm thinking about my blessings. Here is an incomplete list of gifts for which I'm grateful: Jesus Christ and His obedience on the cross the Holy Spirit my salvation (and my family's) my … [Read more...]
Writing Conference
June began at a writing conference, the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writing Conference, in Black Mountain, North Carolina. I've been several times (four times since they began giving mugs as … [Read more...]
Signs of Spring?
It's the end of January, and I'm sharing sights from my recent walk. I'm excited to see these brave flowers show their colors soon! Daffodils peeking their heads above ground in January aren't … [Read more...]
Happy December?
Is December a happy time for you? Or are you like me this year--feeling a bit melancholy, maybe overwhelmed during these last weeks in 2022? Do you remember the story of Jonah? A big fish swallowed … [Read more...]
Easter 2022!
Another Easter is in the books, and wow! It was a doozy! Here are just the facts: Fifty-two people attended. Three to-go plates … [Read more...]
Joy in the Middle of Sadness
Daddy started failing the week before he died. Walking became a struggle, so I borrowed a wheelchair from church. When the hospice nurses assessed him on the Monday before he died, they told us we … [Read more...]
Bobby Gray Toler Obituary
I'm sharing my daddy's obituary today. Bobby Gray Toler, age 85, stepped into Heaven Wednesday afternoon from his home, surrounded by his family. Born October 15, 1935 in Johnston County, he was a … [Read more...]
Remember the Orchid
My orchid is still blooming at our house. I never thought of myself as an orchid person. I never really wanted one because I thought they were too fussy...until someone gave me one. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
Comfort from Isaiah
I've been trying to keep a positive outlook during our pause in normal lives, but I'll tell you...lately my shiny thoughts have dulled a bit with persistent questions: When will my … [Read more...]
