Like they do every year at the start of Lent, our church gives out these little black books. Inside the “Little Black Book” are daily Scripture readings and inspirational stories and meditations – all of which are meant to help us strengthen our walk with God and bring us closer to His son Jesus. ... read more
Irises, Salvia, and the Meaning of Life
Two of my favorite flowers are going gangbusters in my back garden right now – Bearded Iris and ‘May Night’ Salvia. I just love bearded irises. This variety (I wish I could find the tag I saved with name of it) is particularly beautiful with its pale violet, ruffled edges. And the fragrance ... read more
Bathroom Renovation Chapter 7–Painting Windows
I experimented with a new painting technique on our bathroom window this weekend. Now before I tell you about this new technique I would like to point out that painting is my thing. I am the Rainman of painters-“I am an excellent painter.” I like to boast that my painting skill is such that I ... read more
Mess Maker
I made a huge mess in the kitchen today. Tripp made up a little song for me. It’s to the tune of the song Matchmaker from Fiddler on the Roof. It goes like this: Messmaker, Messmaker, make me a mess I can’t help it. Sometimes I just need to get my hands dirty. Especially when I feel stressed ... read more
The Azaleas of Woodward Park
We probably drive by Woodward Park five times a day and had been admiring the spectacular azaleas from the car. Sunday evening, miraculously, the wind finally died down and it was gorgeous outside. But I’m not going to lie…I was feeling a little blue. Early in the day we had attended the final ... read more
Bathroom Renovation Chapter 6–A Losing Battle
Sheetrock is a beautiful thing. Once the sheetrock goes it, everything starts taking shape. It starts looking more like a bathroom rather than a fun-house maze of 2 x 4’s. So here is the shower and toilet area. And here is the vanity area. I just love how light and bright this room is now. I ... read more
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