After my husband’s death over sixteen years ago, I was very proud of the sense of confidence I gained from how I could take care of most problems and decisions by myself. If something broke or needed fixing, I looked it up on the internet and, when able to do so, fixed it. When something … More What Dependence?
by Melodie Elaine Estes To quest: for that knowledge that will help me to grow.To learn: with an open mind the things I need to know.To observe: with wisdom and open mind the thoughts to ponder. To give thanks: with heart and senses, full of wonder.To renew: daily the joy of new sights, smells, tastes … More How to Live a Good Life
I disagree with the old saying, “Beauty is only skin deep.” I saw a post on Facebook showing women before their applications of make up. Beside each photo was a photo of them with makeup on. The photos of these same women, without makeup, amazed me. They looked so different and yet beautiful in a … More Beauty is Not Only Skin Deep
I learned a lesson about miracles and prayer blankets recently. I never heard of a prayer blanket before. Although there are also prayer shawls knitted or crocheted with the same purpose. My neighbor, Ms. S, used to sew prayer blankets from two pieces of material a yard long and a yard wide. She used permanent … More A Blanket of Prayer
My thankfulness list includes a number of friends who are very close to me. What qualities decide if someone is a good friend or not? Truly good friends will listen to each other, when one needs to talk and offer suggestions and support, sometimes even after hearing the same story twice. Some friends know when … More Thankful For Friends
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