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Expansive Beauty
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament shows His handiwork.” Psalm 19:1 It was another hard-to-sleep night. I tossed and turned, but sleep eluded me (I know, I know, common theme in my writing, but it’s a repeat event in my life). ...
Be Still
“Surely I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with his mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me.” Psalm 131:2 I’ve never been able to just “be still.” I get restless if I have to sit for too long without something to occupy my...
Following the Music
Music. Above the loudspeaker (VERY loud-speaker!), above the laughing and conversation, above the constant flow of people – music. It surprised me to hear those sweet notes when I made my way from the Amtrak check-in counter to an available seat in the waiting...
Remembering Freedom
Patriotic music played over the PA as we arrived at the parade field on Fort Gordon, Georgia. Families were already staking their claims on the best picnic spots. My friends and I were surprised to find a place to spread our blankets and picnic baskets so close to...
Creating a Masterpiece
“…He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ” Philippians 1:6b Masterpiece – a work done with extraordinary skill; especially: a supreme intellectual or artistic achievement. Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary ...
The Table
Sawdust filled the air, tickling my nose. I tried not to sneeze, but I couldn’t hold it in. “Ah-ah-ACHOO!” Dust flew all over the little workshop. “Sorry, Daddy,” I said quietly as my Dad looked up from his work at my dust-covered face. He knew how much I...