by Joanne | Jun 19, 2023 | Encouragement, Uncategorized
It seems every day we encounter those who are in need of an encouraging word. To be those who can give an encouraging word, we are going to need to be in the source of all encouragement. “The Sovereign Lord has given me a well-instructed tongue, to know the word...
by Joanne | Jun 12, 2023 | Encouragement, Uncategorized
Lately I have been thinking about balance. The word conjures up several ideas in my head: balance beam balance sheet weights & balance in the balance balancing act They each speak of order or perspective. The dictionary defines “balance†as: â€a state of...
by Joanne | Jun 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
“I can’t wait to be a grownupâ€, one of our granddaughters remarked to me. And I naturally replied, “Don’t rush it. Stay little for a bit more.†Years ago, friend said to me, “I’ll never grow up!†She was quite serious, saying it quite proudly, almost...
by Joanne | May 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
Happy Memorial Day! We typically think of this day as the beginning of summer. The season to slow down, go on vacation, get rest, and take a break from our typical year long routines. We can think of it as a sabbatical of sorts. The things we do each day – our work...
by Joanne | May 22, 2023 | Encouragement, Uncategorized
Sitting in the restaurant, we each ordered our food. Once the food arrived, while we each looked appreciatively at our own plates, her eyes roamed the table until she finally settled on one plate and said, “That looks so interesting. What did you order? I would...
