by Joanne | Nov 23, 2015 | Encouragement
She sat playing with her dollhouse, totally unaware I was watching and listening. Her voice was animated as she spoke to her dolls, moving them through actions familiar to us as we do them everyday. It was then she said gently to the doll …. “What do you...
by Joanne | Nov 22, 2015 | Prayer
We humbly and wholeheartedly thank you, O loving Lord God, and give you all praise, honor, and glory for your great kindnesses and fatherly faithfulness, and for your tremendous gifts and mercies that you show us now and forever. We also give you heartfelt thanks,...
by Joanne | Nov 20, 2015 | Book Reviews
I am not sure the word “Brave” is one which would ever be applied to me. Truth be known … I scare easily and am a little scared – all the time. Getting out of my comfort zone does not come easily. Not ever. And it probably would not take much...
by Joanne | Nov 19, 2015 | Uncategorized
Looking over the list of prayer needs shared, I realized the small group was quickly becoming a band of sisters (and brothers). The group had become quick to respond to one another’s needs. It was then I remembered another group of women – Ruth, Naomi, and Orpah....
by Joanne | Nov 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
I put Jocelyn in for a nap each day, following the same routine every time. We race down my hall to see who will get to the sound machine first and get to turn it on. Somehow, she always wins 🙂 Not sure if it is the head start she gives herself or that she pushes past...
