Enjoy some brief daily thought-stimulators for each picture. TUESDAY, MARCH 22: SHARE Do you consider yourself a generous person? Is it easy for you to share your blessings with others in need? Does it matter to you whether you get the tax deduction or not? Are you quick to offer hospitality? Some seem to possess … Continue reading Lenten Photo-a-Day Challenge Week 4
2022 Lenten Photo-a-day Challenge Week 3
These thought-stimulators are not so much for you to know what I think about the photo, but to jump-start your own spiritual examination. The word theme and picture spoke to me. My prayer is that, perhaps, they may speak to you as well - even if you have a very different perception. And the Lord … Continue reading 2022 Lenten Photo-a-day Challenge Week 3
Six On Saturday: Unpredictable March
Our weather is taking us on a roller coaster ride this month. After some lovely warm days in the 70s and 80s, the forecast for tonight is back down below freezing. We are a couple of weeks past our average last freeze, and all the plants have been blooming accordingly. I’ll throw a covering over … Continue reading Six On Saturday: Unpredictable March
Lenten Photo-a-day Challenge Week 2
TUESDAY, MARCH 8: DAZZLING This word brings to mind the Transfiguration of Jesus. It is also reminiscent of Moses’ face after his encounter with God on Mount Sinai. Have you ever met anyone who had “a look about them,” a glow of peace or joy that could only have been a result of their spending … Continue reading Lenten Photo-a-day Challenge Week 2
Six on Saturday: Quick Six March 5, 2022
You're busy; I'm busy. How about a quick six today? These flowers are blooming in my garden today. The top row is (left to right): 1. Magnolia "Jane" just opening 2. Southern Indica Azalea "Mrs. G.G. Gerbing 3. Southern Indica Azalea "Pride of Mobile. The bottom row shows 4. Southern Indica Azalea "Formosa" 5. "Tete-a-tete" … Continue reading Six on Saturday: Quick Six March 5, 2022
Photo-a-Day Challenge Week 1
The graduate school I attended in Nashville, Tennessee, had a highly creative curriculum in the late 1970s. Scarritt focused on preparing people for different lay ministries like Christian education for all ages, missions, music, and social work. It was related to the United Methodist Church, which was being very experimental in those days with approaches … Continue reading Photo-a-Day Challenge Week 1
Six On Saturday: Spring is Here!
Along the Coastal South of the United States, spring has definitely sprung. Although it’s possible to have another freeze, we also have some days in the upper 70s to lower 80s. The plants have gotten the message, especially the weeds. Today, I’ll review what has been happening in February in my garden. The weed vs. … Continue reading Six On Saturday: Spring is Here!