Rambling Friday: Preparing for Spring

I love flowers.

I love beauty.

I love when things I've wanted forever is finally ready to be done! 

Thankfully, I have a husband--who is always busy--who works with my wants as best as he can. 

That statement leads me to this:  We have a steep bank, cause we live on a mountain top--just kidding, but it is a nice-sized hill. The picture depicts some of the hill and some of the plans I have for it. Fall transplanting and fall bulb planting will, hopefully, produce a beautiful display of plants throughout next summer. 

It's only the beginning, but it's a start. Wish us luck! 

Rambling Friday: Looking Forward to Autumn...

 Looking Forward to Autumn...

What a year! And when I say that, I mean it! (Smile) From being hit with a serious (and unexpected) case of Covid mid-February, hospitalized for a month, recovering, and then finding out I had some early signs of cancer, surgery, and still recovering, but doing very good, it has been a humdinger of a year! 

But that's the negative side of the year. For I realized plainer than ever before what a help God was through all of the above. Am I worthy of His help? No, but I am so very grateful for it! He is truly a very present help in the times of  trouble. 

So I'm truly looking forward to Autumn this year. Reasons?

* It's my favorite season...

* It's a beautiful season, one that is colorful...

* It reminds us of all the blessings God bestows upon us. Harvest, beauty, cooler weather...

* A time to relax with family and friends. Have cookouts and wiener roasts, toasted marshmallows, and hot chocolate. Laughter and songs, cool nights and stories. Much more...

* Decorations, so many ways to go with this! I truly enjoy decorating my porch for Autumn!

What's not to love? 

I'm blest with a harvest of God's goodness, mercy and love! And I'm so very thankful! 

Rambling Friday: Thanking God

 Let us come before His presence 

with Thanksgiving...

And today I give thanks 

for His Help, 

His Graciousness in considering me,

His Power in situations I can't handle

and His everlasting Love!

I give Thanksgiving to MY GOD!

Rambling Friday: November is About Remembering our Blessings!

 November we remember our blessings and give thanks for them! 

Here's mine for today: 

The seasons:

Especially Spring and Autumn

But then I love Summer too...

And there's the awesome beauty of Winter:

Thank you, God, for the seasons you created!

Rambling Friday: This is November!

 This is November, the thankful month. So this month, every Friday, 

I will post something I'm extremely grateful for. 

Today:  

I'm so thankful for the protection of God on us as we've traveled, 

through many years, to so many places all over our country! 

What are you thankful for today?

Sunday Sunshine: Seven November Blessings

The blessings just keep coming!

Sunday:  The freedom to praise God
Monday:  My cups and mugs that bring a smile to my face
Tuesday:  My son, Dan, who is gentle-hearted and kind, a defender of the underdog, loves and respects his parents, and a hard worker.  Love this boy-man of mine.
Wednesday:  A sweet friend who is so much like me she could be my daughter. She's kind and good, loving and generous! Love her to pieces.
Thursday:  The good and healthy food God has allowed us to have. The bountiful table says it all.
Friday:  A hot tub that relaxes me when I'm tense, soothes my bones when they're weary, and gives hubby and I a few minutes to catch up and share.
Saturday:  The assurance and blessing of a home in heaven.

Psalm 66:20:  Blessed be God who hath not turned away my prayers, nor his mercy from me.

HARVEST BLESSINGS!

Sunday Sunshine: Seven November Blessings

For the second Sunday in November I'm sharing these blessings in my life:

Sunday:  My heart is thankful for so many special friends that I've known throughout my lifetime. How they've blessed me!
Monday:  Things that happen in our life that hubby handles with no problems, whether serious or simple, he takes care of them so I don't have to worry (too much :) )
Tuesday:  So happy that hubby and I had the privilege of going on vacation due to my son and a sweet friend's planning and making it happen. What fun! How relaxing! So thankful!
Wednesday:  That I've been able to see two more of my writing endeavors come to publication this year of 2018!
Thursday:  Blest to have my hearing:  the sound of crackling leaves, the ability to hear the voices I love, and the music I so enjoy.
Friday:  That I found doTerra essential oils. What a blessing.
Saturday:  That God has taken me a step closer to Him. How I've needed this.


Psalm 67:5a:  Let the people praise thee, O God.

Harvest blessings!

Sunday Sunshine: Seven November Blessings

November is the month to show our extra special thankfulness. I'm planning on sharing seven

blessings each Sunday, for each day of the week. Here we go:

Sunday:  I'm thankful I have a wonderful place of worship.
Monday:  I'm thankful for my husband--a leader, an example, a true Christian.
Tuesday:  Appreciate the sunshine in between the cloudy days.
Wednesday:  Love the beautiful colors of the Autumn season.
Thursday:  Appreciate the privilege of listening to my grandson Jonathan's speech, the words he uses way above his age level, the thoughts he has, and the love he bestows on his pets.
Friday:  I love the anticipation I feel in knowing Thanksgiving Day is getting closer.
Saturday:  I appreciate God's help physically in keeping the colds away from me for over a year. 


Psalm 92:1a:  It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto his name.

Harvest Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Wesley's adoption!!!!!
beautiful spring flowers--a ray of sunshine
morning sunrises--amazing!
cool evening, starlit nights
good Sunday messages
encouragers
strength for the day
progress on my newest novel manuscript


Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Dan, our son, compassionate, warm-hearted, and hard worker
Amy, a friend who is kind and thoughtful
Sharon, a writing friend, who is helpful and encouraging
JC and Arlene, friends who we see now and then, but who are true and sweet, and real Christians
Our nieces and nephews who warm our hearts with their love
A family, through misunderstandings at times, still love and support each other

Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Simple pleasures
the happiness and laughter my pets have given me through the years
the time of fellowship for Grandpa and Grandson this past Tuesday
good relationships
ministry from our pastor and assistant pastor
answered prayer for a dear saint


Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Friends who help with our church's programs: Debbie, Katie, Janeth, Gracie, Karen.
special cards
good secrets that make people happy
greening grass
the sun after the rain
clean houses

Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Sayings from Grandson Jonathan that make me laugh, even after the fact
Sharing McD's sausage and cheese muffins with hubby
That it's been proven spending time with grandchildren keeps you young
Though I'd rather have Spring weather, the snow is beautiful coming down
Essential oils that are helping my knee injury
Quiet times
Sharon, a friend who is both encouraging and there for me


Blessings

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Unexpected and pleasant surprises
Fun times w/grandson
Enjoying the phrases he says
Happiness at seeing middle grandchild enjoying his archery class
break thru on a book I'm writing
Wonderful weather Sunday
discussing possibilities w/hubby


Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Coffee in the morning, prepared by hubby and often delivered to where I am
Green grass
Seeing my grandsons
A lovely end of the week, last week, in spite of difficulties
strength for the day
hope for tomorrow
answered prayers
healing for an injured knee: hubby's encouragement to keep using it, my essential oils and God's touch


Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

For the beautiful warm weather we've had this week
for a hubby who goes beyond his duties
for a good report at the doctor's
gravel on a muddy road
a visit from a friend
son's safe return home for a vacation
cleaning projects completed this week

Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

Rain that replenishes the earth
February, the love month
friends who I love
warm house
running water--yeah. Think what happens when it freezes up...
opportunities that present themselves to help me
a wise husband--I really mean this. He gives me so many good answers when I question him
God's patience with me.

Blessings!

Monday Morning Gratitudes

That we're suppose to have six more weeks of bad weather--better than living at the North Pole or some other frozen land. :)
That there's sunshine after the rain...and snow storms
For a great church service
Daily help and encouragement
chap stick :)
gloves

Blessings!

Monday Morning Blessings

The beauty of new-fallen snow
safety on the ice-covered roads
problems solved before we can ask
fun times at dinner
the feel of clean sheets
good food

Blessings

Monday Morning Gratitudes

That even through the cold winter days, I have things for which to be thankful. Not everyone does.
The joy and laughter coming from a child playing in the snow. Not much better than that.
Hear the laughter from a teasing grandchild
Sharing quiet times with loved ones
Making memories
Special gifts from those I love
Wonderful times together
hearing from an old friend.

Blessings