Last Day of January

Luke walked with me this afternoon. It’s hard to believe that today is the last day of January. It is nice to see the days growing longer. Sunrises are coming a little earlier and sunsets are coming a bit later. Luke by the lake Luke The trail today Luke and a fishing shanty in the … Read more

Cold

It’s been so cold here lately that I haven’t been walking as much outside. Yesterday I walked on the treadmill in the morning and then took a walk outside once it had warmed up some. Nick and Zack joined me for a walk to the lake. When we got back home they wanted to stay … Read more

Silly Boys

While I was washing dishes last night, Zachary and Josiah came to the kitchen giggling and showing off the hats they were wearing. I grabbed the camera so I could get some pictures of the fun they were having together.

Snow Pile

We might get 1-3 inches of snow today to add to what we have so far. Zachary on top of the snow pile

How much snow will we get?

We’re right on the edge of a snowband that is due to get lots of snow today. I know my kids will be happy if we get more snow. I wouldn’t mind more myself. It was snowing while I walked this morning. I enjoy walking while snow is falling. I’m thankful for all the pine … Read more

Examine Yourselves

As a mom, my greatest desire for my children is that they walk in truth. It’s so sad to see young adults, brought up in Christian homes, turn away from the truths taught to them in childhood. I pray regularly for my children that they will lead faithful, obedient lives all of their days. Here … Read more

Brrrr….

It is 7 degrees outside right now. The cold temperature reminds me of several things for which I’m thankful. Warm slippers Fire in the Woodstove A warm house Blankets The sun that’s shining brightly right now Vehicles with warm heaters when we need to go somewhere in the cold Warm sweaters Winter gear to wear … Read more

Food for Thought

Romans 13:1-7 (ESV) 1 Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. 2 Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. 3 For rulers are not a terror … Read more

Winter’s Beauty

Last night we got three or four inches of snow. Snow is falling right now and it looks so pretty outside. I just got back from walking and enjoying the beauty of winter. It’s the kind of day where you enjoy being inside curled up with a book by the fire or baking some cookies … Read more