You took me in to be a sister Cause you too, married an Osburn mister Over the years we’ve laughed and cried And been at each other’s side Not only a sister; but a friend Your kindness has no end I am so blessed You are the best! Love you, Julie, and thank the Lord for you! 💛🌻 P.S. I think we look alike in this picture minus my blonde. #birthday #poetry ... Read More about An impromptu birthday poem greeting for one of my sister-in-laws
Scripture Memory Team 2026 – Verse 9
I was out early enough this morning to see the bright moon still shining in the blue western sky. I stopped and took a picture of the beauty hanging securely in place. I say securely because it was surrounded by what looked like at least 20 different wires connected to poles outlined against the same blue sky. And there was the moon - no wires attached - held by a very mighty and glorious God. I found myself thinking about this month’s Scripture memory verse: “Lord, to whom shall we ... Read More about Scripture Memory Team 2026 – Verse 9
I *could* cut my hydrangeas…
I've been enjoying talking a walk in our neighborhood early mornings. One day as I returned and was admiring the blooms in the little garden at the back door, I heard that still small voice whisper that I *could* cut my hydrangeas for my friend Cynthia‘s daughter‘s wedding. I grabbed my gloves, shears, and a couple buckets. As I cut each stem and put them in the water buckets, I realized they were the exact colors scheme of her daughter Sarah's wedding: green and rose. Cynthia had shared ... Read More about I *could* cut my hydrangeas…
Scripture Memory Team 2026 – Verse 8
Happy August! And happy Scripture Memory Team day! The Salesman‘s dad turned 86 and family gathered to celebrate him. I was so tickled to be with them as my health had kept me from too many gatherings. What a gift to be with the family that I married into and love so very dearly. My “being with” ties in with this month's Scripture memory verse: "And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:20b There are times in life when we feel alone. I remember ... Read More about Scripture Memory Team 2026 – Verse 8
Scripture Memory Team 2026 – Verse 7
Happy July, friends! And, Happy Scripture Memory Team day! Miriam Webster defines impossible as: “Incapable of Occurrence: Physically, logically, or mathematically unable to happen or be performed.” I told this amazing story to a friend this last week and had no idea that the Lord was reviving it from my memories to go along with this month’s memory verse. It’s a longer read than normal; but it’s so good. It’s so GOD. When our children were little, we used the envelope system ... Read More about Scripture Memory Team 2026 – Verse 7