Do you love moving? Does anyone love moving?? I certainly don't. And yet that joy is looming in our very near future. On one hand, this move is exciting and is a huge blessing! New house, new beginnings, unpacking all the stuff that's been in boxes for the past year. It's like Christmas, remembering all the stuff you forgot you had—and perhaps realizing you should have tossed before you packed … [Read more...]
Metaphor in a Tree
I was going back through some old blog posts and came across this one: ******** As we close out 2007, I'd like to leave you with a metaphor that startled me the other day. True story. A few years ago I went through an "orchid" phase. I bought about a dozen orchids and planted them on the front porch, the back porch, etc. I bought special orchid pots, special orchid growth mediums, and … [Read more...]
Happy New Year! (So how late did YOU stay up?)
Happy New Year, friends! Are you one of those who always stays up after midnight to usher in the New Year? Joe and I actually did this year, but not by design! LOL We just started visiting with all the Alexander clan (lots of extended family came into town), and we had such fun visiting and catching up with everyone that we didn't leave until close to midnight (but were still home just … [Read more...]
A Reminder of God’s Faithfulness
I love the color blue. I especially love using it in my home. When we moved into this house three years ago, my friend Mary suggested I do a blue-and-white plate grouping on my dining room wall. I loved the idea, but I’m not one to do such a thing myself. Partly this is because decorating is last on my list of priorities. Don’t get me wrong, I love a wonderfully decorated home. I just … [Read more...]
A Bookish Writing Space
I admit it. I have office envy. When I see the writing spaces that some author's share, I turn a little green. Beautiful spaces filled with items to spark the creativity, soothing color palettes to promote serenity, and fun personal touches to add warmth and personality. Yes, Deb Raney, I'm talking about you. Ha! For the majority of my writing career, I have written while sitting on my bed … [Read more...]
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