Monthly Archives: November 2015

The holly keeps it green leaves all winter and produces marvelous red cherries that are February delights for robins.  I think this is our favorite winter flower.

I Thessalonians 5:16 – 18 “Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” This is a lovely word of encouragement. As I receive it I note that it is possible … Continue reading →

Our grandson, Evan, balances the Turkey Hill ice cream, surprised, I think, that we had so many kinds in the fridge.  After all, it is Thanksgiving, isn’t it?  Must have ice cream to mark the day.

Psalm 34:1-9 I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and … Continue reading →

Give thanks, always.

Revelation 22:21 As I try to imagine John’s hopes and fears as the Roman Emperor, Domitian, set himself up as god and required all persons to acknowledge him as such.  This must have been a terribly low point for John. … Continue reading →

Our wind chime glows in the rich twilight on November 20.  Its chimes that mark our summer days will be silent until spring breaks upon us in a couple of months. A simple delight, these chimes – like so many … Continue reading →

Revelation 1:3 “Blessed is the one who reads the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near.” Again, God’s expressed desire for each … Continue reading →

Anna Ruth, bless her heart and her fingers, produced several jars of these delightful snacks.  We call them pepper nuts.  I think they are “pfeffernüsse” in German where the goodies originated.  This is an annual treat at our place – … Continue reading →

Revelation 22:14 “Blessed are those who wash their robes, that they may have the right to the tree of life and may go through the gates into the city.” Early on in his ministry Jesus spoke about being blessed.  In … Continue reading →