Author Archives: donsimba1

Ouch!  I love to get good news!  I dread the bad.  Day before yesterday, I got some disturbing, shall I say, bad news?  Someone close to me had a setback and that really did take me down.  It is an … Continue reading →

Take . . . the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. Ephesians 6:17 – 18 I am reminded this morning of the vital importance … Continue reading →

We seldom see blue birds during the Summer but they do like to take a drink of warm water in the Winter.  Here is a dear one with a female gold finch in the background.

“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.  When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.  When you … Continue reading →

We were truly blessed as we watched Zel and Dani loving little Finn, now about 8 months old.  This month has been great, as Finn tries his best to take his first steps alone.  He is a dear little fellow.  … Continue reading →

God is speaking words of life and wisdom to Israel through the writings of Isaiah. “Listen to me…you whom I have upheld since your birth, and have carried since you were born. Even to your old age and gray hairs … Continue reading →

I had the joy of copying this bird drawn so beautifully by Zel while here on annual break.  Zel astounds me with the vitality of his work.  This bird comes to life right here before your eyes!  I think it … Continue reading →

 “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.