To Wake or not to Wake

Okay, I’ve noticed a pattern and have had confessions made. It’s summer time.  Yes!  Teens like to sleep in every chance they get.  I get it!  But, Holly told me the other day, when I thought that she was just rolling out of bed at the crack of noon, that she’s been...

Shining Light

Tim and I were sitting in what we call the “Shuff Backyard Oasis” listening to music and having various conversations.  During one topic I teared up.  My eyes became watery, yet when I looked up at our string of white lights, they seemed to shine in beautiful rays....

A Time for Everything

    This morning I came across a basket of Christmas photo cards.  The years were 2007 and 2012.  Wow!  The changes that had taken place during those time frames.  Hair styles…some have a little more hair and others have quite a few less hairs.  Family...

Building Relationships

  Building relationships: Just a little over six weeks ago we rescued, our now dog, Marley .  At first when we would open our back door she would run to the far corner and stay.  When it was time to come in, we’d have to physically pick her up and bring her in. ...

Where's your "That Place"?

  I LOVE the beach!   The other day I was returning from observing The Most Incredible Artist paint the sky. While walking barefoot the sand, I could hear people laughing, children performing for family and friends, and still see God’s handiwork brush the sky...