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...
Staying in Step With The Spirit Via Healthy Relationships
by Cathy Baker { Day 3 } A friend loves at all times. Proverbs 17:17 My friend, Becky, and I co-lead a Community Bible Class. Our current study by Angela Thomas’ Do You Think I’m Beautiful? is proving to be quite the eye-opener. In it, Angela shares how our wholeness is found only in God—not spouses, parents, children, friends or stuff. For today, let’s talk friendships....
Staying in Step with the Spirit Via Less Clutter
by Cathy Baker { DAY 2 } I know, I know. The saying “Cleanliness is next to godliness” is not in the Bible, but whoever came up with it may have been onto something. I don’t know about you, but having things neat and decluttered goes a long way in clearing my head, especially when trying to quiet myself before the Lord. I sit down to read my Bible, study, or simply take in...
Goodbye Elaine Benes, Hello Holy Spirit
by Cathy Baker Earlier this week I shared why I chose to take up the challenge of writing under one theme for 31 Days, beginning October 1st. Myquillyn Smith, The Nester, encouraged those bewildered by what subject to blog about to choose something that represents where they are in life right now. So it’s no surprise I decided on Join In The Dance…Staying In Step With The...
Why I’m Taking the 31 Day Challenge
by Cathy Baker Here’s why I’ve decided to participate in Myquillyn Smith’s (The Nester) 31 DAYS writing challenge to blog every day during the month of October: I love to blog. It’s that simple. Putting my thoughts out there for all to see is a bit scary but I wouldn’t want it any other way. The challenge offers a unique opportunity to meet other bloggers. Who...
Would You Like A Spot of Tea With Your Wait?
A Blue and White Tea for Two by Cathy Baker During the frenzied search for my diamond a couple weeks ago, Piper spotted a stack of blue and white china tea cups set aside for posting on Craig’s List. Picking up a tea cup ever so carefully, Piper let out a giggle and asked if we could have a tea party. Now, I’ve dreamed of tea parties with granddaughters for years but I...
Why My Laptop Was Left Behind
Our view from the Portofino IV deck in Garden City, SC by Cathy Baker If you know me, you know my vacation actually begins when pen hits paper a few weeks prior to our departure. Yes, the list could be saved on a Google doc but there’s something about starting with fresh paper and bright ink each year that makes me…well, downright happy. This year, however, I felt the tinge...