My maternal grandfather was a good, and godly, and giving, man. Every year on his birthday, I love to gather the family and give thanks to the Lord for his life. I always think of the verse that says "a good man leaves and inheritance to his children's children" - yes, that was my grandpa Garrett. He left me a physical inheritance of land that initially drew us to this lovely area of Tennessee; but, he also left me a spiritual inheritance that is not defined by flagged pegs on the corners ... Read More about Celebrating a life well lived and a lasting legacy
Local dance party invitation
I have been thinking about getting my own disco ball. I don't know about you; but, life needs a little more fun. And dancing. And just so you know, I cannot dance. Even though The Salesman and I took dance lessons almost thirty years ago. The formal lessons did not stick. I still have two left feet. Back when I was being installed as *the queen* for soriety, there was going to be a formal dance and The Salesman said if it was expected for us to dance, we needed lessons. Besides ... Read More about Local dance party invitation
Scripture Memory Team 2021 – Verse 2
It's the 15th of the month and time for our second Scripture for our Scripture Memory Team of 2021! WooHoo! I am so excited! Before I share my new verse, I am going to type my first verse from memory: "Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." 1 Thessalonians 5:11 I did it! I may have recited it yesterday to a friend who asked about the temporary verse tattoo I have on my hand and then, I recited it to her again today! Thanks Ashley for ... Read More about Scripture Memory Team 2021 – Verse 2
Sitting and soaking in the Sonshine
While recovering from surgery two years ago, Victoria helped me to a cozy chair and she sat with me flanking the other side of our big open fireplace. The flame crackled between us as I cuddled my favorite blanket. I remember just looking at Victoria and drinking in the fact that we were just sitting there together. She must've felt my motherly gaze because she looked up and smiled back. The marvel of the Lord's timing in moving her home two days before my surgery...I couldn't have planned it ... Read More about Sitting and soaking in the Sonshine
Finding Beauty in Every Face & Place – David, a young man and his passion
Have you ever been around someone that flat out enjoys and loves what they do? Well, besides me with Jesus and my oils! Seriously, it's just fun to be around them! We had the pleasure of hosting The Salesman's nephew, David, and let me tell you: David is all about computers. I'd say he is passionate about computers. I found out there is this a whole computer lingo that made it sound like David was speaking a foreign language. Especially when he got really excited and would talk kinda ... Read More about Finding Beauty in Every Face & Place – David, a young man and his passion