And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for […]
If you love those who love you, what benefit is that to you? …For even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who do good to you, what benefit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. And if you lend to those from whom you expect […]
I get disappointed with myself. Whenever I wake up depressed, slumpy, or sad about my life, I typically start aligning my brain and heart with a scolding: Laurie, you have a home, job, running water, family, food and clothing. Others around the world are living in poverty, living as victims of war, or living under […]
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6-7 Last Sunday our pastor put this list on a slide: Ruler – Wonderful Counselor Power – […]
I am participating in my first advent study this year with a wonderful group of ladies. We are using a bible study entitled, advent: the weary world rejoices. This week the leader asked if anyone had an experience with “hope deferred.” Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of […]
Have you watched the movie, We Bought a Zoo? It is a favorite of mine. Well, I found out last week that I bought a cot. Let me start from the beginning. I struggle with gifts at Christmas for various reasons. First, the reality of budget is real! I want to wake up in January […]
Happy Thanksgiving to all those who read this blog. May God flood your week with thankfulness. The holiday season is upon us. As seasonal events and shopping get added to our schedules, I really want to be quiet this coming week and thank God for His blessings. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in […]
About a year ago I hurt my shoulders while carrying my dog home. I was taking him for a walk and he went lame at the furthest point from home. I didn’t have my cell phone with me, nor a car. Though 27 pounds isn’t much to carry, the walk was long and my grip […]
Last week I posted about the death of my brother Dan HERE. In the post I revealed that I said goodbye to him on October 25, 1986 and his organs were donated on October 26. I happened to be driving to work at 7 a.m. on the anniversary of his organ donation day, the same […]
37 years ago today, I attended the funeral of my brother, Dan. The service began at 1:00. The church was packed. Standing room only. The coffin was regal. The flowers were beautiful. The sharing about my brother’s life was memorable. Tears flowed freely. Then everyone went home. How were we supposed to do that? The […]
