“The Flag Still Waves”It is only cloth. Threads stitched together.Red.White.Blue. Yet somehow,when it rises into the summer sky,something inside of us rises too. Maybe it’s because we remember. We remember backyard cookouts,sticky popsicle hands,children chasing fireflies,the smell of charcoal,and grandparents sitting quietly on the porch,watching another generation laugh. We remember freedom. Not because America has… Continue reading 07.04.26 THE FLAG STILL WAVES
Many people think the Christian life is all about trying harder, doing better, and fighting sin with sheer willpower. But true transformation doesn’t begin with focusing on sin, it begins with focusing on God. The more you know Him, the more you love Him.The more you love Him, the less attractive sin becomes. What once… Continue reading 06.29.26 When you finally realize…
Don't forget that there is a sermon from my church at the bottom of each post! You will be greatly blessed by listening to it! There are a bunch of photos in this post so to see all of a picture, instead of just the portion that is shown, be sure to click on it.… Continue reading 06.24.26 Lunch with the Southeastern girls!
All it took was a pair of scissors, a sheet of paper dolls, and a little patience… …and suddenly an entire afternoon was spoken for. ❤️ Those tiny folded tabs could turn one doll into a dozen different lives. Church dress, school dress, party dress — all spread out across the rug while a child… Continue reading 06.23.26 Playing with Paper Dolls!
My oldest grandchild Ella Marie graduated from high school this year at age 17. She is a strong Christian, so kind, smart, grounded and confident that I cannot wait to see what her future holds. Ella plans to major in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Louisiana State University and has her schedule set for this… Continue reading 06.08.26 Celebrating Ella Marie’s High School Graduation
Today would have been my dear Mama's 106th birthday. Yes, I am old enough to have a mama that old!! Her life was a big part of me learning about Jesus and choosing to follow him from an early age. She experienced what this song is about and is living now with Him in Heaven.… Continue reading 05.18.26 When I meet Jesus, a song by Jeremy Rosado
I've written often about lots of wonderful things we've experienced by living in an RV Park, specifically Lakeside RV Park. Some photos to show the beauty and why we love it here! Click on the first photo below to see each of them by clicking the right arrow. Kendal and I use to have dates… Continue reading 05.15.26 The worse part of living in an RV Park is …
You’ve driven them to doctors appointments and made countless phone calls to insurance companies. Like you loaded your kids in and out of your car when they were young, you’ve done the same for your parents. Making sure they are comfortable, and gently buckling them in. You’ve found just the right way to give them… Continue reading 05.10.26 Mother’s Day 2026: For the Mother who cared for her parents
This was originally written by me in 2013 and I came across it this week. Every word is still true. I am sharing it again in honor of the best Mama I could have ever had, Josie Mae Cochran Blum Traylor! Happy Mother's Day Mama... It's been five years since I was able to look… Continue reading 05.08.26 Remembering my Mama: A Mother’s Day Tribute
Thursday, April 23rd Kendal and I, along with everyone in attendance, were blessed to get to hear the LeFevre Quartet in concert at our church Trinity Baptist. The sanctuary was packed with mostly senior adults from our church and all around our area. This was the first time, that I know of, we've hosted a… Continue reading 05.07.26 LeFevre Quartet Concert: A Night of Southern Gospel Joy