Waiting Room Moments

Seems like a fitting way to approach Advent, sitting here, waiting for hours on end in the hospital emergency department.  Have you ever found yourself forced into waiting, all the while with a to do list that would rival the Oxford Dictionary in length?  It's a frustrating feeling, but only until you surrender yourself to … Continue reading Waiting Room Moments

Finding Reasons to Rejoice – Election 2015

Thank You, God, that I live in a country where I can vote in peace and safety. Despite my impatience as I stood for more than an hour in line at the advanced polls, I couldn't help but wonder what it must be like for people who risk their lives to cast a ballot.   … Continue reading Finding Reasons to Rejoice – Election 2015

Tidbits from Week 7

~ I ~ This week began with celebrating Thanksgiving. There is nothing like a turkey dinner with all the fixins! And there is something so special about the way individual families enjoy this meal together. I know it never tastes as good at my house as it does at my mom and stepdad's place! All … Continue reading Tidbits from Week 7

A Day of Thanks

Just popping in to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving!  We had a full day of worship, family time, good food (really good food) and giving thanks for all of it.  I leave you today with a quote from my Commonplace Book... ...at the age of forty-something, I could finally accept that the only … Continue reading A Day of Thanks

In the Woods

My very favourite place to be this time of the year is in the woods!  We love our fall nature walks. The colours are brilliant, the air is crisp and cool, and most importantly the mosquitoes are no longer a nuisance!  What more could a girl ask for?  Yesterday, we had a limited amount of … Continue reading In the Woods