“Bless the Lord, Oh my soul, and all that is within me, bless His Holy Name.”

I’m just sitting here, with thankful thoughts to the Lord, for how He gives us opportunities to serve Him right where we are. I have prayed that God would give me opportunities to minister to others and share Him and His love. I’ve wondered how He would work it out, and even begged Him to bring them to my door. I’m so thankful He does that over and over again. Whether it’s to take a meal to someone who really needs a blessing, or drop a flower off on a grieving friend’s doorstep, or an encouraging note in someone’s mailbox, online or off, or encourage and pray for someone who needs to spill their heart, every little opportunity is such a blessing from the Lord! An extra special blessing last month was to have a very dear friend right here in our home for a week during her recovery from a motorcycle accident. We surely do miss her … if you’re reading this, Grace, I love you and miss you so much. I pray God’s blessings on your life today. Please take care of yourself, and may you find healing in every way. You are precious in God’s eyes, and mine, too!!

To all our dear, patient friends …

Lest you think that all our lives consist of is trips, babies in the potty, or perishing pets, please let me assure you!

This spring has been such a joy. It is now one year since the move from Indiana, and we are peacefully at home here, until God reveals otherwise. The arrival of spring has brought a new sense of inspiration, and we have all been having a blast outside. The girls love being involved in the gardening and flower planting. Megan revels in the outdoors right along with the rest of us. The spring rush at the furniture store is past, and we’ve settled into a smoother routine with PD’s work. All his girls delight in the longer evenings and more relaxed Mondays. Being home together is just a lot of fun, and the most restful place for everybody at this stage of life. I am sure that I am the most blessed woman for miles around! One of these days, I wil learn how to post pictures, and this blog will brighten up. Until then, God’s blessings to all!