Author Archives: donsimba1

As evening approached, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named Joseph, who had himself become a disciple of Jesus. Going to Pilate, he asked for Jesus’ body, and Pilate ordered that it be given to him. Joseph took the … Continue reading →

It is a great joy to stand among the lovely flowers that the staff at Longwood Gardens prepare and tend with unbelievable care.  The day was overcast but that did not distract from the beauty of it all. This visit … Continue reading →

Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for his needs. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons. Matthew 27:55, 56 … Continue reading →

This must be among our favorite flowers.  Every Spring we are amazed, all over again, at its symmetry, colors, marvelous shape, etc.

Above his head they placed the written charge against him: this is jesus, the king of the jews. Those who passed by hurled insults at him…In the same way the chief priests, the teachers of the law and the elders … Continue reading →

Every year the magnificent old Japanese cherry tree burst out in a hymn of light and beauty.  We are fortunate that we have this tree on our property, thanks to the former owner.  Even though it is old, each flower … Continue reading →

While Pilate was sitting on the judge’s seat, his wife sent him this message: “Don’t have anything to do with that innocent man, for I have suffered a great deal today in a dream because of him.”  But the chief … Continue reading →

This is one of my favorite spring flowers, bursting froth from the brown bark, without leaves!  This is a statement of resurrection, unexpected but real.

Meanwhile Jesus stood before the governor, and the governor asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?”  “You have said so,” Jesus replied. When he was accused by the chief priests and the elders, he gave no answer. Then … Continue reading →