A ticket to Disneyland these days is a pretty big investment in giving children some time in the “Happiest Place on Earth”. The price of a ticket, plus food and lodging, not to mention the price of gasoline to make the big journey totals quite a chunk of money. Eleven of us entered Disneyland first ... Read More
The GPS, Me and God – Step 11
Hi, my name is Jane. My sister Nan, was unable to write today, so she told me I could take a stab and write an experience of my own. We think a lot alike, so hopefully this will help give you a lift for the day. The other day my son, Todd, came to pick my husband and I up from the airport after ... Read More
Morning Glory, Weed or Flower? – Step 7
When I first became the proud owner of a yard, my most familiar enemy was the morning glory. It seemed to spread everywhere, wrapping itself sneakily around the roses and in and out of the evergreens. One day I was perusing my book "Wildflowers of North America" and was surprised to see my weed ... Read More
Catch a Falling Star – Scripture Study
Those of you who know me know that I love the scriptures. I don’t think there is anything more fantastic than slowly feasting on the word of the Lord, as recorded by His prophets. I’m a slow reader. The unhurried style suits me just fine. I take time to write and think and counsel with the Lord and ... Read More
“The Sixth Brave Man” – All Steps
One day in our home school I read to my children of a fireman and four of his fellows who rescued a man from a burning building. At the conclusion of the story the author referred to “six brave men.” At hearing this, the children said, in unison: “But there were only five brave men!” Of course the ... Read More
“The Second Mile” – 12 Step Parenting and Perfectionism
I would never want to stand before the Judge and plead guilty to the charge of hindering my children’s righteous use of agency, of squelching their freedom and desire to do good and so I “encourage” the children in my life by saying things like: “Don’t just do what’s required! Go the extra mile! ... Read More
Sunday Dinner – The Picture of Perfect Imperfection
Sunday dinner is generally at my house. We divide up the food groups and everyone brings an offering. We set a general time and as soon as each family has completed their Sabbath day work and their individual dish has been prepared we all gather. Everyone strives to be on time, give or take thirty ... Read More
A Call to Become
Sometimes I wonder what the Lord must have been thinking when he decided to call us a church of Saints. Webster defines a Saint as “a person sanctified, a holy or godly person, one eminent for piety and virtue.” I know I don’t measure up. What was His intent in giving us a name that doesn’t really ... Read More
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