Monthly Archives: June 2016

Early morning dew on our roses is always a profound delight.  I want my heart and life to so respond to the light of God like this honored rose.

So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. And of this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher. That is why I am suffering as I am. 2 Timothy 1:8, 11, … Continue reading →

I was amazed, yesterday, to learn that pignut hickory trees are pink striped inside. The wind blew this giant tree over along Mill Stream in the East Lampeter Park.

Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:8 I … Continue reading →

For some reason, our purple or whatever rose is special. It has a very calming effect on my spirit, that is for sure.  Love it.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and … Continue reading →

For some reason, I am delighted to see a climbing crimson rose next to a bedroom window at our place – brings back a stream of warm Spring memories.  One of the simple but exciting scenes that are there to … Continue reading →

Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.  2 Timothy 4:8 Things … Continue reading →

Now and again Anna Ruth gets nostalgic and serves up a beach breakfast, recalling many wonderful memories of morning breakfasts on the beach on our seaside vacations years ago.  Here we are at our table at 2118 Lyndell Drive, far … Continue reading →

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 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 … Continue reading →