Advent has always been a really special time for me. I have great childhood memories of growing up and having special traditions during Advent. Advent is the time of preparation and and expectant waiting for the celebration of the nativity of Christ. Sometimes it gets Continue reading →
I shared this post a couple of years ago. I stumbled across it tonight and it was one of those things that I needed to reread and take to heart. It is worth reposting because it is that good. Hope it speaks to you today Continue reading →
There’s a lot of great stuff going on all around Transylvania County and one of those organizations that is doing some amazing things is TC Strong. The organization has become a place of inspiration, acceptance and hope for our growing community. TC STRONG is a Continue reading →
My morning routine is pretty simple. Wake up, Go to the bathroom. (TMI?) Open bedroom doors (we have an odd two door system but it helps keep the cats out.) Give cats treats. Get coffee. Go back to bedroom. Turn a tiny stream of water Continue reading →
Forgiveness. Sometimes forgiveness is difficult and when it comes to forgiving myself I find that I am horrible at it. Events that happen, things I have said, actions that I have done that have not been received well or have been inadequate haunt me. I Continue reading →
I love the beach. I love the smell. I love the sounds. I love to watch the birds and pick up shells. We had a short time when we actually rented a house on the beach of the Coral Sea and it was wonderful. I Continue reading →
This is a repost but one that I needed to read so maybe you will like to reread it as well. Thanks for stopping by. The past week has been a week to reflect, catch up on rest and have some “me time”. It was Continue reading →
I started my recent Sunday worship off with tears. That just happens sometimes when I am moved and touched by something and this past Sunday was one of those times. Our church has a Special Friends class and these folks never cease to inspire me. Continue reading →
That featured picture is from our recent beach trip. Of course I had to pick up a few shells on this trip. I have container upon container of shells but I still have to get more at every beach we visit. It’s just what I Continue reading →
One of my dear friends gave me a beautiful feather after my mom died. Feathers, especially a white feather, are signs that our loved ones are watching over us. When a feather is found, unexplainably, on the ground, it is supposed to be a reminder Continue reading →
