by Joanne | May 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
During April vacation, we were able to spend more time together as an extended family. We cooked, we baked, we barbequed, and shared meals together. All of these activities also included much conversation. During the course of various conversations, it quickly became...
by Joanne | Apr 29, 2023 | Quotes & Thoughts
“Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; And see if there be any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way.” (Psalm 139:23-24, NASB) “True self-knowledge does not come by our turning within … No, it...
by Joanne | Apr 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Every Friday I join a community of bloggers for Five Minute Friday. One word prompt, five minutes. Unedited. The prompt this week is … Persist. Persist is defined as “to continue steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action” (from...
by Joanne | Apr 27, 2023 | Book Reviews
Transition is just another word for change. Transitions can be hard to navigate, often bringing unexpected challenges and emotions we are not always prepared to face. No matter how familiar the life of Moses may be, there are always new lessons to be learned. In her...
by Joanne | Apr 26, 2023 | Let's Have Coffee
The words before me are familiar and comforting … “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is...
