by Cathy Baker | Faith |
It’s no secret that the most delightful cup of hot tea begins with loose tea leaves. The aroma is richer—the flavor, more distinct, fresher than your average tea bag. Problem is, it’s not the most convenient choice.
Enter the answer to every tea-lover-on-the-go’s dilemma: Aladdin’s “Me Time is Tea Time” Essential Infuser (sold at Barnes & Noble)
- Open lid
- Pour in loose tea leaves (built-in infuser)
- Pour in hot water, brew for 3 minutes.
- Pull lever up and voila!
In one fell swoop, the infuser lifts from the water and tucks beneath the lid, clearing the way for a yummy cup of hot tea…and just in time for cooler weather!
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
My writing nook
Today’s view
My writing nook, tucked beneath the eaves of our 100 year old home, beckons me like a familiar friend in need of company.
The rhythmic beat of words bang to life as the instrumental music of George Winston sweeps through the silence of this old house.
A solitary cloudless sulphur butterfly flitters across the window bearing the message of Psalm 46:10 – Be still and know that I am God.
I cease creating devotions and devote myself to the Creator.
Cobalt-blue skies
Boys in tie-dyed shirts and cut-off jeans enjoying a game of frisbee golf
People hurriedly driving by, each loved by their Maker. Do they know?
Trees clinging to their summer wardrobe
Life is a beautiful melody played out in the so-called mundane moments of one’s day.
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
Some have asked about the Christmas e-project our small writer’s group, i.e., 4Corners, began a few months ago. Thanks for your interest!
The decision was made to hold off and to possibly try again for Christmas 2012. Though a disappointing outcome, we did learn several things:
- Spend quality time “being” a group before progressing to the “doing” stage. What began as a strong support group quickly progressed in to a project-focused one. We skipped the foundation and went directly to roofing.
- Relationships are of greater value than results—every single time. God has always been more interested in who we are than what we do. Why would a group created to glorify Him be any different?
- God’s timing is always right. Period.
- Waiting is never wasted. Lessons are to be learned at every juncture on this journey. Other writing projects were set aside to focus on one that didn’t come to fruition so I struggled with the feeling of having “wasted” time, but not for long. When our motivation is to glorify God, He redeems each moment.
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
The focus of this publication may be on visually inspiring online journals, i.e. blogs, but this book-a-zine is for anyone who goes a bit gaga at the sight of sufficient white space, quality paper, top-notch photographs, and information that would interest bloggers, writers, crafters, artists, and organizers alike.
An investment of sorts. Enjoy!
