Monthly Archives: October 2016

A new insect, new to me, is showing up on Mark and Elizabeth’s farm.  Name – Spotted Lantern Fly.  I understand they arrived from Asia somewhere and are now spreading in several counties here in eastern Pennsylvania.  At first glance, … Continue reading →

The reason I left you in Crete was that you might put in order what was left unfinished and appoint elders in every town, as I directed you.  Titus 1:5 As I read Paul’s words of counsel to Titus, I am reminded … Continue reading →

Seven monarch butterflies descended on our butterfly bush outside our kitchen window.  These should soon be on their way south, maybe have one more cycle on the way.  They or their offspring will hopefully make it to Mexico where they … Continue reading →

Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ to further the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness—in the hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised … Continue reading →

The last roses of Summer are among my favorites. This modest one glows with a soft inner beauty.  It will soon drop as Winter sets in. I will carry this warm and tender blossom in my head and heart as … Continue reading →

Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ to further the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness—in the hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised … Continue reading →

Our salmon colored iris waits until Fall to bloom.  Its beauty is striking. I find the blend of color, line and form outstanding in this flower that defies all by blooming just before the Winter freeze.

Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever, Amen. Matthew 6:13 Come to think of it, I probably prayed this prayer more than any other in my life.   Further, did I ever really try to understand what … Continue reading →

I find this picture of a milkweed spreading its seeds as far and wide as it can, growing in our yard, is a reminder of the way goodness spreads. Every fiber in the plant is contributing to what it has … Continue reading →

Evan, son of Paul and Tammy, puts himself completely into his running!  I see in this shot his spread right hand, like paddling the air to provide even more forward motion.  And look at that brow. This is concentration!  We … Continue reading →