Give Him Praise

Perhaps it takes a purer faith to praise God for unrealized blessings
than for those we once enjoyed or those we enjoy now. - A.W.Tozer

Can't Sleep?

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My MAYs to You

My MAYs to You for 2011:

May GOODNESS and MERCY be yours;
May a hedge encircle you as a PROTECTION;
May you find PEACE in life's storms;
May you be anointed with perfect LOVE that only comes from above;
May you have JOY unspeakable, and full of glory;
May HAPPINESS and laughter fill your home and heart;
May PROSPERITY be yours in the things that really matter; and
May an abundance of untold BLESSINGS be yours.

Blessings to You & Yours!

Thanksgiving Blessings!

from our house to yours

A Special Touch

Learn to get in touch with the silence within yourself, and know that everything in life has purpose. There are no mistakes, no coincidences, all events are blessings given to us to learn from.
Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

The Ultimate Gift

Still haven't figured out what to give this holiday season? Well, why not give love... for it will unwrap blessings galore - both for the giver and the receiver.

The only true gift is a portion of yourself.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Abundant Blessings

Have you ever had more blessings than you can contain?
Well then, it is time to give thanks! For there is always
something (or some things) to be thankful for.

Counting My Blessings

It seems that God sends blessings
In very mysterious ways.
He always finds the perfect time
To brighten up our days.

He finds ones to be our friends,
Who truly seem to care,
Friends to fill our lonely hours;
What an answer to prayer!

The Lord blesses our hearts
With many a wonderful friend.
Thank you Lord, most humbly
For the happiness my friends lend.

I Count My Blessings for having
wonderful friends, such as you.
Blessings to you and yours this holiday season.

Camp Meeting 2009 - Aunt Maggie's Back!

What a great camp meeting we are having in Santa Maria CA - and believe me, I am not saying that as hype. We are being fed "manna from above" - the messages both day and night are deep and meaningful - assisting us in our quest toward Him. Truly we are basking in a place of blessings.

And speaking of blessings, my husband's 93-yr old aunt is at camp meeting once again. Aunt Maggie is definitely a blessing. Her faithfulness, her worship, and her love for God are elements that touch the soul. BTW: I remember since the 1970s that Aunt Maggie has always been at the camp meetings.

2008 - Aunt Maggie & my husband


2009 - Aunt Maggie with my husband

2009 - A Jewel Divinely Rare, our Aunt Maggie

Irish Blessings to You

Wishing You Irish Blessings. . .

May flowers always line your path and sunshine light your day.


May songbirds serenade you every step along the way.


May a rainbow run beside you in a sky that's always blue.

And may happiness fill your heart each day your whole life through.

Easter Blessings

My Wish to You & Yours

May God Give

May God give you…

For every storm, a rainbow

For every tear, a smile

For every care, a promise

And a blessing, in each trial.

For every problem life sends, a faithful friend to share (it)

For every sigh, a sweet song

And an answer, for each prayer.

Irish Proverb

Come, Enter with Me

There are times when my spirit desires to be lost in His wonder and glory - drawing as close as possible to Him - closing out life's whirlwind existence. What I need is to pray, to enter into my King's Palace. It's a wondrous place. Why not, come join with me this day and partake of His beauty.

Come with me into the King’s palace
Enter the gates with thanksgiving and praise
Feel His wondrous presence and majesty
Take time to stroll down its innumerable corridors
Bordered by tranquility and built on faith
His palace is a haven for the weary and heavy laden

Then let us delight in the sumptuous furnishings
Braids of silver and gold woven in elegant patterns
Exquisite tapestries gracefully hang along the walls
Their shades of blue proclaiming royalty abides
While precious jewels settle among the purples
His domain offers a vision of eternal splendor

Yes, this is a place of rest, of standing before the King
Love brushes past, making its way up the stairway
Steps designed to lift one above the cares of life
Honor and glory graciously welcome each guest
To the pageantry of this magnificent place
Come, partake in the blessings of the King’s palace.

Here's to You

Sending a Bouquet of Blessings
to my Blogging Buddies

Special Friends, I feel blessed to have met or reconnected with you in the wondrous world of technology. You inspire me, motivate me, entertain me, humor me, and teach me the joys and adventures found in life. Thus far, I have spent eight months in Blogville starting November 2, 2007. My, how time flies when you are having fun.

Happy Birthday Cameron

Happy Birthday Cameron

May 20

To a wonderful son whose desire to follow after God’s wisdom and being guided by Him has and continues to be a blessing. You are such a great dad to Madison and Cassidy, not only making sure that they are well cared for and educated but most importantly instilling in them a love and faithfulness to the Lord and His work. You are such a tender and caring person. I love you dearly, Mom.

Happy Birthday Kellee

Happy Birthday Kellee
May 18

You are a remarkable daughter who has not only made a place for yourself in the business world - but more importantly has given your love and devotion to serving the Lord. You are such a blessing, particularly through your anointed singing and caring for others. I love you dearly, Mom

Because He Lives

Today, we Celebrate Jesus because of His Resurrection. I love the words found in the song, Because He Lives. It is what Easter is all about.

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow.
Because He lives, all fear is gone.
Because I know He holds the future,
And life is worth the living, just because He lives.


Wishing you and yours a Blessed Easter filled with an abundance of goodness, mercy and grace.~

New Year Wishes to You

With 2007 's departure, comes the introduction of 2008. The changing of the guard always makes for a time of reflection.

One highlight in 2007 was getting acquainted with the amazing world of blogging. It is a world that allows me to capture and pen my views, thoughts and emotions (wonder if that’s good?? oh well, it’s fun). Thank you to all for so graciously accepting me into this place of expression and inspiration.

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all!

• May GOODNESS and MERCY be yours;
• May a hedge encircle you as a PROTECTION;
• May you find PEACE in life's storms;
• May you be anointed with perfect LOVE that only comes from above;
• May you have JOY unspeakable, and full of glory;
• May HAPPINESS and laughter fill your home and heart;
• May PROSPERITY be yours in the things that really matter; and
  
• May an abundance of untold BLESSINGS be yours.

Angel Awareness Week

I would like to declare this as Angel Awareness Week (or at least what’s left of it). Why not? There is an Awareness Day or Week for everything else - and it being the Christmas Season, what better time to recognize angels. The angels of which I speak are not ones with halos and wings nor affixed to the front of Christmas cards or in department store displays. My angels are flesh-and-blood and walk into our lives daily.

I always get excited as to where and when my angel will make an appearance. My angel may knock at my door offering a surprise visit, call on the phone to have a chat, or send a “love” note, card or letter. In any case, it will be a message conveying the sincereness of genuine concern for me and mine.

My angel may visit with the nod of a warm greeting while in a crowd, graciously make a path for me to maneuver my cart through an aisle, or offer their chair for me to sit down. My angels also love to visit church. They are there to greet me, encourage me, give comfort, and just plain show their care for my keeping. At times, they speak through the Word, or sing a beautiful song that touches my heart and I feel heaven has touched earth. The ways my angels visit are so varied and so unique that I don’t dare take the time to list them all because I'd never complete my post.

If you still don’t believe that we entertain angels, just take another look at your children and grandchildren. These angels provide blessings beyond measure, and their heavenly communication could only come from above. Need I say more?

During Angel Awareness Week may love lead us to our angels. In fact, better yet, let’s reverse the role and be an angel ourself.