Monthly Archives: January 2018

 “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!  Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?  I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” Isaiah … Continue reading →

This is the time of the year when bluebirds visit our feeder and water.  There are about 6 in the group, often appear on cold winter days.  This male beauty gave us much delight. 

But I trust in you, Lord; I say, “You are my God.”  My times are in your hands. Psalm 31:14, 15 A personal note.  On Tuesday Anna Ruth and I had our first appointment with a doctor who specializes on … Continue reading →

Ari Beiler loves to can so we got some of the benefit of her are for Christmas.  Those peaches look especially delicious!  Apple sauce is next and beets next.  All quite traditional!

One thing I do: forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal. Philippians 3: 13 – 14 One thing!!!  I do a hundred things, each with some meaning for me, some to … Continue reading →

The sun caught this elaborate frost arrangement on our dining room window.  I took my breath away.  In an hour or so I think it will be gone.  I am learning to grasp the beauty of the moment!  A good … Continue reading →