Wonders And Ponders

December 24, 2019, is a day that will forever be etched in my memory. We didn't get to go home to be with my family again for Christmas, so we had planned on gathering with the hub's side of the family in our hometown. I was up til wee hours of the morning getting our Ugly Christmas sweaters...

Yesterday, I looked out to see big clusters of snowflakes falling. I watched in ponder at how amazing it is that each flake is unique in it's own way. For the first time since Dec, I picked up the camera and challenged myself. I did not succeed at every aspect of this challenge, but I did...

Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come before him: worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. I Chronicles 16:29 Before we moved, I used to have a certain place I walked to quite often, camera in hand. All along the way, I talked to God and took in all the...

Lead me in they truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day. Psalm 25:5 Too many times I tried to do things on my own and each time, I failed. Once I started letting God take the lead and trusting in Him, I realized that things go more smoothly. I...

Our Dear and Precious Father, We thank You for our blessings each day And ask for these things to help guide our way Fill our mind with thoughts of You and our sights on things above Fill our words with only praise and our hearts with only love Help us grow in wisdom as we master every trial...

Since I became a Christian, my journey has been quite the adventure. I've laughed, cried, loved, lost, leaped, fell....... but through it all, God has always been right by my side. Even when I strayed from Him, He opened my eyes to the understanding that this cold, dark, temporary world can't...

This morning, our church service started off by anointing a baby that was having some health issues. Before the first touch of oil was put on that baby's head, I could feel God's presence so very strong. I am so thankful for that Spirit that dwells within me and I have no doubt that the little...

This is a poem I wrote, regarding Hubby's grandpa. He was a great man and a true veteran.... A flag that waves in freedom will never be the same For it now has more meaning as we think upon your name Red stripes beam with courage that was shown throughout each day As you began to count your...

I actually have some people awaiting, "My Story," however, it will have to be put on hold for a few more days. My Hubby's grandpa passed away and I will be spending a great deal of time with family. This man was as much my grandpa as he was my Hubby's. I only got the chance to know him for a...

A lot of my friends and family have been wanting me to write the story of my life. Considering I have been through a great deal, I never really considered that it d do much good to tread through all that muck. However, I had an aha moment. What better way to let others know how someone can find...

The world has become so cold, hateful and full of confusion. I don't feel that God's word is meant to be argued. He made it to where anyone who desires understanding can have the knowledge. I am careful of the things I read or listen to. One can be led astray quite easily if not careful. We...

As a New Year is approaching, a lot of resolutions are being pondered among many. I don't bother with resolutions as much as daily goals. Each day given, I strive to be a better person than the day before. To make my light shine a little brighter and to help others all that I can. Most of...

I wrote this around 2001. The Voice I heard a voice in the distance Crying in despair Looking around I saw no one Although someone was surely there As I walked closer the words were clear With a tattered heart I began to weep How can I help this broken soul? A strong will I...

It is with a heavy heart, I have been reminded of why my visits have been so few in the last several years. This used to be a place where people lifted one another up with encouragement. Aside from the occasional trolls that used to lurk and raise a bit of chaos, people were so thoughtful and...

I have no doubt that God hears every sincere prayer that goes up. One of the most-asked questions I receive are, "Why don't you have children? Don't you want children? Do you not like children? Have you prayed for God to give you children?" I absolutely adore children. I have always longed to...

There was a point in my life when all of my emotions were so distorted I became numb. I wouldn't allow myself to feel anything. My body operated on auto pilot as my mind jumped from one thought to the next. As a result, I was a ticking time bomb. After lashing out at people unexpectedly, I...

I don't know what happened to my old blog. It had many entries where I spoke of my personal battles and fighting my demons. I was diagnosed with Bipolar I disorder and PTSD in 2001. For years, I fought an internal battle with self. I failed at marriage, I failed at faith, I failed at nearly...

I have only been here a handful of times in the past few years. I found myself moving in a downward spiral and before I knew it, I became a fallen angel. A year and four months ago, I started getting my life back on track and returned to my little home church. My faith has been restored, my life...

I hold my head high take control of this life that's starting to fray just for today. Yesterday's gone so I keep standing strong in my faith I will stay just for today. If I never see tomorrow I've done what I should Kept my head above water did all that I could to make it some way just for...