And He said to them, "Come away by yourselves to a secluded place and rest a while." Mark 6:31 NASB breakfast with the garden's last daffys & Mr. Lebsock This morning, as we normally do, D and I shared breakfast, Bible Study and a few devotional writings from favorite and respected sources. When we reached the devotional… Continue reading scraps of thought
Once upon a time, more years ago than I care to count, there was a young mother who wanted very much to be an artist. Do you remember Christmas 1961? One fine day, the Fuller Brush man came to her door offering his wares. Do you remember the Fuller Brush man? Now this young mother was… Continue reading the night b4 Christmas
Merrily Ring!tell all the world, Jesus is King... "Ring in the nobler modes of life,With sweeter manners, purer laws....The larger heart, the kindlier hand."_Alfred, Lord Tennyson In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled. This was the first enrollment, when Quirinius was governor of Syria. And… Continue reading Ring Christmas Bells
“In the journal I do not just express myself more openly than I could to any person; I create myself.”_Susan Sontag Grace and peace on your Monday, Dear Hearts. Today I'm sharing a link to my booklet, "Journal God's Word" for you to download in PDF format and read as time allows. O, and by the way...if… Continue reading my journal
Preheat oven to 375°Cream together: 3/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 cup white sugar1/2 cup soft butter1/2 cup shortening Add: 1 tsp. vanilla2 large eggs Beat until fluffy, then add: 3 cups all purpose flour1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. saltMix very well and stir in: 2 cups chocolate chipsuse semi-sweet or dark chocolate Drop… Continue reading Nana Ellen’s Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies
God can pour on the blessings in astonishing ways so that you're ready for anything and everything, more than just ready to do what needs to be done. As one psalmist puts it, 'He throws caution to the winds, giving to the needy in reckless abandon. His right-living, right-giving ways never run out, never wear… Continue reading amazing grace
The sun has been bright and spring-like all day. For the past couple of days, for that matter. It’s wonderful! Expected high – 69 degrees. Hooray! These pics says spring and I’m lovin’ it. Problem though. ?? The early morning temp was a frosty…33 degrees. As we drove to the market we noticed almonds in blossom. … Continue reading clear ‘n cold
Contentment Cottage 