by Joanne | Feb 26, 2019 | Encouragement
Our family enjoys going to Ikea even for just a day outing. It’s a great store with a huge layout. The entire route throughout the store is marked with arrows on the floor to get you through from start to finish. There was one time when I wanted to go back to...
by Joanne | Aug 2, 2018 | Book Reviews, Encouragement
The thought had been in my head for several weeks. Yet I was frozen, unable to follow through with what I felt I should be doing. The small gift and card sat on my counter, nudging me each time my eyes came upon it. The book arrived just in time to push me hard enough...
by Joanne | May 16, 2018 | Encouragement
My favorite time with children has always been in the car. I know, I know – for many, this is the dreaded part. But in my opinion, and it may only be my opinion, the best of conversations always occur in the car. And the other day was no exception … I...
by Joanne | Mar 4, 2018 | Encouragement
“They were all terrified when they saw him. But Jesus spoke to them at once, “Don’t be afraid,” he said. “Take courage! I am here!” (Mark 6:50, NLT) Remember who Jesus is and the amazing things He hs done for you. Never think...
by Joanne | Feb 22, 2018 | Devoted Living
The word “waiting” has been in my thoughts for two weeks. Yes, I know the day it came bounding into my head – 2/7/18. I have it written down in my journal. In the middle of a Bible Study on the Book of James, the word is there – “Dear...