and the lavender This morning was “lavender harvest” in the garden. I have two – no make that three - varieties in my small herb beds; French, English, and something identified by the Home Depot tag as French Lavender that is so different from the real deal even I can see it was miss-labeled. Anyway,… Continue reading sharing the love
Author: Ellen Lebsock
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"...be content with what you have. For God has said, “I will never, never fail you nor forsake you.” _Hebrews 13:5 TLB
may, sweet may
The word May is a perfumed word. It is an illuminated initial. It means youth, love, song, and all that is beautiful in life. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â … Continue reading may, sweet may
what should I do?
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Hebrews 11:16 Possibly one of the most difficult questions for someone in crisis - who wants to please God, because they desperately want something from God… Continue reading what should I do?
salad stuff
The end of April! Already? Where does the time go? Our garden and yard are exceptional right now.  At least we think so... These two baskets of Inpatients are flashing color all over the place.  Even though they live under the eve of the back patio, their riotous good looks can be seen by anyone driving… Continue reading salad stuff
Tee Shirt factory
This week we turned the studio into a tee-shirt factory. First we gathered up supplies: a dozen white 100% cotton tees from Costco, a colorful selection of permanent markers, some fabric dyes and some interesting graphics. Next I dug out the sewing stuff and transformed my drawing board into a sewing room. After the tees… Continue reading Tee Shirt factory
come quickly
"When you pray with other Christians, believing in faith, and God doesn't show up when you think he should, don't get discouraged. Many times I have prayed believing that my prayer was a part of God's perfect will, yet he didn't move as quickly as I wanted him to. One time I had to wait… Continue reading come quickly
yellow april orchids
This charming little basket of yellow dendrobiums finally came into its own this week. I honestly have to say this is one my very favorite specimens from D's orchid collection. It is just so sunny and bright and cheerful! Nobile dendrobiums can be grown and flowered in the home or greenhouse. However, they have rather specific… Continue reading yellow april orchids
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