Love… One Sip At A Time // A Valentine Tea Party
I started hosting tea parties in an older home propped as pretty as you please on the corner of a quiet street. A family of four in a two-bedroom, one-bath home made for a tight fit, and tea parties felt downright snug, but no one would change a thing. Some teas were scripture-based, and others celebrated holidays, but every time, the room filled with the scent of scones, floral tea, and...
Saying Farewell to the Forties on a Farm
A beautiful day on the Flat Rock NC farm, wouldn't you say? Sitting here pastoral panoramic views envelop. Listening to the melodic tunes of George Winston. Playing with all my...
My Friday Faves: Two Meaningful Moments
With 50 just around the corner, every moment becomes increasingly meaningful, and two such moments gave me pause for praise this week: Piper's first steps in our home (15 sec) A stack of birthday cards from the Tuesday night Community Group presented to me last night at the end of our six-week study. I plan to wait and open them on Sunday as I can't imagine a better way to celebrate...
October: The Month O’ Love
Around here, October is referred to as the month o' love for a few reasons: Brian and I celebrate our anniversary on the 20th (year 22 for us this year!) What is there not to love about this season? Scarlet leaves twirling mid-air, Honey Crisp apples, soft fuzzy sweaters, and one of my personal favorites -- no mosquitoes! And then there are the mountains -- a place we travel to as often as...
Would You Take This Craving Away?
v. craved, crav·ing, craves:1. To have an intense desire for. 2. To need urgently; require.3. McDonald’s Chocolate Chip FrappeI don’t know about your dictionary, but mine highlights the third definition in perky bright yellow and I have the hips to prove it, unfortunately.During July and August my desire for these 18 Points Plus desserts skyrocketed to a full-blown craving, slurping down...
Sunday Snippets – I Love God, But Others?
Our focus on Summit's core values continued yesterday. Below are snippets from Kyle's compelling sermon on the value of biblical community. I encourage you to visit Summit's site to hear the sermon in its entirety. Matthew 22:34-40 His religious audience knew from Deuteronomy 6:4 that they were to love God with all their heart, soul, and mind—but others? Jesus ushers in a radical change...
When Dreams Become A Reality
Piper at the Park [30 seconds] Living across the street from a city park has its perks. One of which we noticed soon after the move to our old house: swing sets. Brian and I talked of what it would be like to some day stroll across the street with our grandchildren to watch them swing and play. Eight years later...the first swing-time with Pappa (Brian) and Grammy (Yours truly). I think her...
Sunday Snippets – Connecting for the Gospel’s Sake
Some observations from yesterday's service, preached by Jason Malone, no doubt led by God's Spirit: When we steward with open hands, we are putting the gospel on display. We believe that doing life with other people that love Jesus Christ -- for the sake of those that don't know Jesus -- is essential in our own transformation and living on mission with our God. Having access to people...
Feelings Can Fool Us
In celebration of the first day of Fall, I'm sharing a re-post from 2010, as it still rings true today. It doesn’t feel like the season for:Roasted marshmallowsApple ciderKaleidoscope leaves Cool breezesPecansAn abundance of candy in fun-size packsCharlie Brown and the Great PumpkinColorful mumsPumpkins Mountain tripsFresh apples (especially Honey Crisp!)Long sleeves and weathered jeansWarm...
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