Monthly Archives: May 2016

Our first iris of the season, a salmon background with bright orange frizzlies for bees to land on to get the nectar and to pollinate at the same time.  We love irises.

You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others. Join with me in suffering, like … Continue reading →

We are super privileged to have Evan and Elizabeth spend time with us over some weekends.  Here Evan, laying aside his computer for a moment, cuts the grass at our place. Elizabeth, in the meanwhile pores over her computer.

He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through … Continue reading →

 So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God.  2 Timothy 1:8 Paul’s final visit to Greece and Turkey was not a … Continue reading →

Welcome, new rose leaves.  These tender early rose leaves hold jewels of morning dew, as dear friends. In each droplet one can see enlarged the beauty of the new leaf. It is the interplay between water and chlorophyll that will … Continue reading →

For this reason, I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 2 … Continue reading →

One of my favorite Spring flowers is the bleeding heart. I can hardly believe that this marvelous beauty is just off our porch, right here in Lancaster.  It looks almost tropical.  Of course here it is enlarged to show its … Continue reading →

I thank God, whom I serve, as my ancestors did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers.  Recalling your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded … Continue reading →