Thoughts Along Life's Journey
Everyday, the world news is bleak: cyclones and deadly storms, continued disaster in Syria, Ukraine and Russia still at odds, coastal killings in Kenya, a mass family murder in Texas, Israel and Hamas firing missiles at each other — the list could go on… Continue Reading “Looking Back To Move Forward”
My friends took me to spend a few days in the Australian Bush. Our cabin was secluded. I was excited. The first morning I decided to explore the surroundings. There were walking paths to take. As I was walking along, kookaburras were calling to… Continue Reading “Alone In The Australian Bush”
I’m continuing to enjoy spending time with my dear Russian family in Perth, Australia. It’s a beautiful place stretching along the western coast, looking out over the Indian Ocean. It’s so peaceful strolling along through the parks with wild, colorful parrots flying about, or… Continue Reading “When Life Isn’t Fair”
I’m in Australia enjoying a sweet reunion with dear Russian friends who immigrated from Kyrgyzstan six years ago. They’ve shown me beautiful sights in their new homeland. I’ve seen a variety of trees I’ve never seen before. I’ve seen parrots of brilliant colors, and… Continue Reading “It’s A New Day”
This past Sunday, many churches celebrated Pentecost — the day that Jesus told His followers they would be baptized with the Holy Spirit. (Acts 1:5) Jesus told them all in Acts 1:8, “But when the Holy Spirit is come upon you, you will receive power,… Continue Reading “An Unlikely Hero”
I’m back in England again, and today I have the joy of keeping one of my friend’s dogs — Trixie. A few years ago, in her chasing squirrels mode, Trixie fell down a ravine and broke her back. She went through surgery and many… Continue Reading “Arms of Triumph”
This past week I visited an orphanage just outside the capital city of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. I had never been to this particular orphanage. We arrived unannounced. One gets a better picture of conditions when the staff don’t know you’re coming. I was delightfully surprised… Continue Reading “Into My Arms”
Yesterday an unusual cold snap hit Kyrgyzstan for this time of year. The middle of May is nearly always very warm — not so yesterday. My friend Sofia, also chilly, said, “Let’s have some cocoa!” I readily agreed. Hot chocolate is always especially good… Continue Reading “Guard Your Faith”
The little toe of anyone’s foot seems a rather insignificant thing. We barely give it notice and not often is it even thought about. For me, that changed in a moment just last week. There I was with my mind on something else —… Continue Reading “Seemingly Insignificant”
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