Shepherds of the Sea
My father served in World War II as a sailor aboard a destroyer escort, the USS Thomas J. Gary. Following is his story when his ship took part in the rescue of POWs in 1945.
Cookies Make You More Creative
On a hot summer day, as I sat in my office with my granddaughter creating works of art, my mind was changed forever about Oreo cookies…
From Generation to Generation, Our Stories Matter
I learned much about my ancestors through my grandparents as I listened to the stories they told…
Faith to Push On
It’s September 2018 and I am on a journey through cancer. My mama taught me how to do the tough things in life. She taught by example to place my faith in God, not in the things (or people) of this world.
The Hope of Spring
Today, as I look out my window, I see paperwhites blooming along the Oak Trail Garden. I almost miss them every year as they bloom in the middle of January. They are so delicate and beautiful. They remind me of hope,…
September – A Day to Remember
It was a perfect day with a little nip in the air and a gentle breeze. At age eighteen, life is exactly as I want—secure and carefree. But in just a few hours, life would change forever.
The Old Mississippi Tree
The damaged tree and the run-down fence were quite the pair. Both had seen their better days, but I saw beauty and a story to be told.
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She Remembered
My friend stopped by for a visit. As we sat on my porch, we caught up on life and shared our stories about how faithful God is and how we can always trust His perfect plans even if we can’t see where He is leading.
Handmade Clothes & Quilts
As a young girl, I never knew what it was like to go shopping for new clothes. Instead, my mother made everything we wore. All of my handmade…