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Saturday Psalm
Leaves dance and swirl in the breeze. Their movements a ballet swathed in green. The heavens are grey today – covered in a cloak of clouds. And yet, there is sunshine in my heart. A calm and beautiful assurance of love and guidance. In the silence of this moment, I am undone by the magnitude of grace. How can I…
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Unanswered Questions
Today would have been my parents 61st wedding anniversary. It was also the day I would experience my first major medical test. What a strange feeling! I almost had the same, sick feeling in the pit of my stomach I always had for mid-terms and finals when I approached the medical center. It’s a time of musical change at church.…
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Perspectives
It’s all in how you look at things. Today, as I prepare for the second steps in this journey, I am breathing a huge sigh of relief. Who would have thought? GRATEFUL. THANKFUL. ASSURED. I have some very dear friends who have encouraged me in a big way. Although this adventure can’t be described as “fun”, I’m determined to make…
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Not My Strong Suit
Waiting. Ever been there? You know what I mean – for an elevator, for the light to change, for the microwave… Quite some time ago, I realized patience was not my strong suit and could benefit with a serious boost. So, I prayed. I told a pastor / friend, Elmer about my decision. He laughing said, “Take it back, Rose!”…
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Inhale
It’s a beautiful Saturday morning. The sun is shining and it’s not overly hot for August in Texas. Just the kind of day to get lots done! On the surface, “all systems normal”. Sammy and I went for a nice walk. She was suspiciously eyeing a squirrel that was chattering at her from a notch in a tree, but Sammy…
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Finding Next
There are times in life where the “what’s next” is very clear. Others, where it is elusive. I think both ways have benefits and rewards. Right now, it seems I may be on another new journey. The days ahead will tell. For years I have had a life verse. It is Deuteronomy 31:8. “The Lord himself goes before you and will…
