Tagged: Freedom

Papa Bear’s Chair

"No servant can serve two masters." Luke 16:13 "They tell how you turned to God from idols to  serve the living and true God." 1 Thessalonians 1:9  A friend of mine has a beautiful pond surrounded by lush trees, a little playground for their kids - and now their grandkids, and, my favorite, the 3-bear's chairs.  I had to get a picture! Which one did I pick? Papa Bear's chair, of course! No one chooses a small… Read More

I remember…

Because of my experiences as a child, growing up overseas in the military, I am fiercely patriotic and feel a deep sense of gratitude to the men and women who have sacrificed to ensure our freedoms. I remember... Huge celebrations on holidays that honored America - Independence Day, Memorial Day. No matter which country we were in, the base opened up and welcomed the citizens of the country to join the festivities. Fireworks, airshows, parades,… Read More

Ever Regifted? Don’t Lie to Me!

Shame on you – I can hear you shaking your head. “I’ve never done that!” you say. And look! You didn't even bother to rewrap it - you just stuck a couple bows on it! Get real - We've all done it.   Someone gives us a perfectly wonderful gift –   EXCEPT We already have two of them. We have no use for one. And the secret reason: it’s ugly! I can honestly say… Read More

Bring Fear into the Light

The LORD is my light and my salvation-- whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life-- of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1 My Mom was the family worrier. She worried about everything. Her life was filled with “What if?” and the answers always seemed to be bad.     I know it’s a cliché but she really did worry when things were going well – certainly something bad was… Read More