Easter Sunday gathering Easter is a glorious occasion. For my family, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Most years we typically are able to spend some time together during this celebratory time. This year we were able to go to church. Last Easter, it was a cold dreary day with clouds and rain. No church. … Read More about Celebrating Easter Together
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The Traveling Teacup Comes to Lancaster
The traveling Teacup visits Good morning! Miss Tessa Rose is visiting! I’m so excited to show her some of Lancaster County, my home. First, a little background. Miss Tessa Rose came to me from Kari at Me and my Captain in sunny Florida. The Traveling Teacup was started by Barbara, a lover of tea and … Read More about The Traveling Teacup Comes to Lancaster
Bedrock Truth to Depend On
As long as there is darkness in this world, we’ll be tempted to disengage or give in to anxiety and fear. But over and over, Scripture tells us not to fear. As Jesus said, “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world … Read More about Bedrock Truth to Depend On
Giverny Monet’s Gardens
It was like driving through an impressionist painting. I could totally understand the draw of Normandy for artists. It was glorious, like a time of worship. I don’t have the words to descibe the landscape beauty and light we saw aa we drove to Monet’s Home and Garden, Giverny in Normandy, France. It was a … Read More about Giverny Monet’s Gardens
Encouragement in Troubled Times
Preserve me from faithless fears and worldly anxieties, Words of encouragement, asking for God’s strength and preservation stuck me deeply when I read it last week. It is a prayer from Divine Hours Lent season entries. Prayer has many different purposes wrapped in hope, needs, praise, anxiety and even fear. This one is part of … Read More about Encouragement in Troubled Times
spring dining room buffet
Snow is still on the ground. My dining room was bare of any extra decorations reflecting winter or spring. So sad looking! first comes cleaning There were still some random Christmas decor hanging around and a pile or two that needed to be packed away and carried to the attic. During long winter days, it … Read More about spring dining room buffet
Easter Tree Inspiration
inspiration at the castle Are you planning for Easter and spring decorations yet? My spring travels to Germany and Swtizerland and living there inspire many of my Easter decorations. This charming Easter Egg Tree with other seasonal decorations was in Neuschwanstein’s Gift Shop. During a girlfriend trip years ago we were tourists in the Bavarian … Read More about Easter Tree Inspiration
Fresh Flowers Make Me Smile
It’ a fresh beginning! A new week. Snow still covers the ground. Temperatures are keeping us in the deep freeze. Sweet satisfaction in the morning This was the sight that met me this morning! Fresh flowers and handmade Valentine cards from our grandchildren. How can you not smile with sweet satisfaction? I ordered a bunch … Read More about Fresh Flowers Make Me Smile
His Loving Kindness
I woke up before the rest of the house. It was snowing. Big heavy white flakes. A beautiful sight. I wasn’t thinking about the shoveling to come. My only thought was of the serene feeling that came over me.
Books to Start the Year
Need some new book recommendations for you or the kids in family to start the year of right? This is a recap, not of posts from last year but of some books our family gave each other this year! Jim got Cozy, a story of a young musk ox. When I spied Cozy, I had … Read More about Books to Start the Year