Monthly Archives: February 2016

February 9, our second big snow, this one produced more than expected.  I like the effect on our little red barn today.  Spring, I understand, is only a month away.  I am sad and glad, both. I was even able … Continue reading →

“Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in the multitude of their chariots and in the great strength of their horsemen, but do not look to the Holy One of Israel, or seek help … Continue reading →

Grain must be ground to make bread; so one does not go on threshing it forever.  Isaiah 28:28 All this also comes from the Lord Almighty, whose plan is wonderful, whose wisdom is magnificent. Isaiah 28:29 I find this prophecy of Isaiah to … Continue reading →

For some reason I did not make chairs for two of our granddaughters, Sasha and Annisa, now grown!   So I put my hand to the task last week and here is the result – one for each. Oak is … Continue reading →

Reflections on the Prophecy of Isaiah The prophecy focuses on the rebellious Jews who were at that time divided into two opposing nations, Israel in the north and Judah in the south.  The Word of the Lord calls all the … Continue reading →

The sunsets we see through our kitchen window are often breath-taking and thanks-evoking. This sweep of marvelous colors moves the spirit, that is for sure.  I am beginning to think that winter skies are our most dramatic.

“Your ears will hear a word behind you, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ whenever you turn to the right or to the left.” Isaiah 30:21 I suppose this is one of my favorite sentences in this amazing book … Continue reading →

I must admit, my compulsion to make something out of wood is alive and well. In the past few days I turned out these items – candle holders, covered and open boxes, etc. Through the years I have accumulated several … Continue reading →

“How you have fallen from heaven, morning star, son of the dawn!  You have been cast down to the earth, you who once laid low the nations!  You said in your heart, “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne … Continue reading →

Poor great blue heron. Under this blanket of snow is our pond with nice gold fish.  It looks like the heron landed, took a step or so then flew off in search of a wiggly breakfast – to be found … Continue reading →