2026

08.20.26 What matters most? The older I get the more I think about this question, by Pete Jory

I’m not wealthy (at all) but I have everything I need. I have never lacked anything and I have never gone hungry. According to my goals and purposes, I am successful, happy, loved, needed, and wanted.I love people, and I’m loved by people.When given the opportunity, I take vacations when I want, and to where… Continue reading 08.20.26 What matters most? The older I get the more I think about this question, by Pete Jory

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08.14.26 WHAT DOES BECOMING A DEMENTIA CAREGIVER ACTUALLY MEAN?

Rosalyn's note: This was written in England where they call their caregivers "carers." I've taken the liberty of changing carers to caregivers throughout this article so it would be easier to follow for us American's who call it caregiving People say, “You became your mum’s caregiver.” Such a small word. caregiver. But that one word… Continue reading 08.14.26 WHAT DOES BECOMING A DEMENTIA CAREGIVER ACTUALLY MEAN?

2026

08.06.26 Get to know Louisiana’s Senator John Kennedy

Having Senator John Kennedy represent the State of Louisiana in the United States Senate makes me so very proud. This man loves our state, loves our country and most importantly loves our Lord! When he opens his mouth something truthful, brilliant and funny comes out. If he says it, he's done his homework and knows… Continue reading 08.06.26 Get to know Louisiana’s Senator John Kennedy

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07.30.26 Post originally published May, 2016

Back in December of last year I posted a piece that my friend Joy wrote about being saved. I just came across something I wrote in 2016 about that same topic. I want to also share that with those who weren't following my blog back then. Feel free to click on the two links at… Continue reading 07.30.26 Post originally published May, 2016

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07.11.26 Learning to fight good fights, author unknown

When we became Christians and first believed in Jesus, we began a journey of faith. We committed to becoming a disciple of Jesus, who follows His commands and trusts in Him. The apostle Paul, in his instructions to Timothy, encourages him to fight the good fight of faith. This implies that the journey of faith… Continue reading 07.11.26 Learning to fight good fights, author unknown

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07.09.26 It’s called Grace, author unknown

I was at the grocery store this morning and heard a loud crash and something shattering. Being nosy, I walked towards the sound and saw some people whispering and looking back to the end of the next aisle. When I walked down that aisle, I saw an older lady had hit a shelf containing dishes… Continue reading 07.09.26 It’s called Grace, author unknown

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07.07.26 Four Days in One Post – Father’s Day, Fishing Rodeo Day, Brother’s Day, America’s 250th Anniversary Golf Cart Parade

With a lot going on in our life lately, I'm combining four great days of celebration into one post! Captions on most photos tell the story of that event. If you'd like to see the photos enlarged click on the first one in each group, then click on the right arrow to see each photo… Continue reading 07.07.26 Four Days in One Post – Father’s Day, Fishing Rodeo Day, Brother’s Day, America’s 250th Anniversary Golf Cart Parade

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06.29.26 When you finally realize…

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…

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06.23.26 Playing with Paper Dolls!

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!

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05.18.26 When I meet Jesus, a song by Jeremy Rosado

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