When We Need Help
This early morning was cold but pleasant. The sky was pink with the rising of the sun. As my dog, Jack, and I meandered along neighborhood sidewalks, he engrossed in sniffing delights, and I noticing tulips and primroses in gardens, my eye was drawn to one particular daffodil. It stood tall and proud, alone in... Continue Reading →
Suddenly There Was Blossom
For several weeks I have been noticing the signs of Spring. Crocuses poke its heads from the soil. Daffodils and tulips have burst into colorful splendor. Just outside our front door stands an ornamental cherry tree. It has no fruit but its blossom is vibrant pink. Beautiful. I've been taking note of the buds, thinking... Continue Reading →
How To Get Rich
Have you ever watched the TV news when the segment is about someone who just won the lottery? Perhaps they won millions. They jump for joy. The can't believe their good fortune. Immediately they begin to dream about all the things they will purchase with their winnings. Have you seen the segment of news that... Continue Reading →
Danger! Danger!
Over the past few weeks my thoughts keep going back to the story of Daniel in the Old Testament. Daniel had an interesting career in the court of King Nebuchadnezzar, from interpreting an impossible dream and being thrown into the lion's den. It's the dream that I want to touch upon today. The King was... Continue Reading →
Scrambled Egg Omelet
"Oh, no! Why did I do that?" "I'm so stupid!" "How did I get in this mess?" Have you ever had such thoughts as above? I feel certain that everyone reading this can identify with that sinking feeling that comes when we have said or done something, and immediately, but too late, we know it... Continue Reading →
Choosing Our Route
Early this morning I was taking our dog, Jack, out for his first walk of the day. We strolled along a pathway around a little lake where moorhens and seagulls floated on water. Then we took a turn and headed into the neighbourhood, passing houses, turning in one direction and then another, until we were... Continue Reading →
Waiting for Isaac
I don't suppose the act of waiting is easy for anyone. When we want something badly, hoping it will happen soon, we can hardly stand it! We're like children in August longing for Christmas in December. It seems it will never get here! Sometimes we barely believe that what we wait for will really happen.... Continue Reading →
“Puddle water is the best,” says Jack.
Those of you who follow my blog will know about our dog, Jack. What a fun character he is, and how we love having him. He brings great joy to our lives. We love taking care of him. His blankets are regularly washed, his nails are kept cut, his teeth and hair brushed. If he... Continue Reading →
