English Dogwood. His Presence, a Healing Fragrance
Her grief was deep, but not silent. She moved through the garden, each step heavy, each breath a mix of sorrow…
Viewbug Award
I won an award today for a photo on Viewbug. I am smiling! Not sure what that really means but I will take the recognition for one of my favorite photos! Narcissus- The Beauty of Winter is the name of the entry that won the award, “Summer Selection Award.”...
Morning Walks In the Gardens
One of my favorite and most relaxing times is spent in the gardens, walking down the pathways in the early morning hours. The sun is barely up as I begin; dampness from the night still lingers in the air. The leaves of trees and flowers glisten with morning dew. Even though I took the same walk late the evening before, I always find something new along the paths. A beautiful flower may be blooming today, and only today. If I had chosen to not take the walk, I would have missed it!
Rain on the Dogwood Tree
I love the raindrops on the limbs of the old dogwood tree. The dogwood tree is hollow, but apparently, one vein through it still keeps it alive. There are days I really relate to the dogwood tree!
Paperwhites – The Hope of Winter
Free Download to all of our loyal readers. Our gift to you as we end this year is a notecard that you can print and write a note of encouragement to someone who needs hope. There is always someone facing more difficult situations than what you may be going through. When we reach to others, it is healing to our own heart, body, and mind. Please use the notecards to be an encourager. We also are providing a FB cover image to use on your own FB page.
The Christmas Train Is On the Move!
The Christmas Village is all in lights and the train is moving through the sleepy town of Spring Meadows! There is definitely a feeling in the air that Santa will soon be here!
Backroad Traveler: Chelsea/Wilsonville Alabama (Photos)
A wonderful day exploring the backroads of Shelby County, Alabama with a friend who is not afraid to turn down an old dirt road to discover something new, something old, the curious and the beautiful creations that God has blessed us with to enjoy! The good life with...
Backroad Traveler: Chelsea/Wilsonville Alabama
Recently a friend and I traveled the backroads of Chelsea and Wilsonville in Alabama. We began our journey in mid-morning and returned home as the sun was going down. We took every backroad we could find. Some roads led us to old homeplaces, abandoned vehicles, and...
Backroad Traveler: Church in Cropwell, Alabama
Driving south on Hwy 231 out of Pell City, to your right sitting on a hill is Coosa Valley Baptist Church, a beautiful old church with white clapboard siding and interesting roof lines. The steeple and windows add even more architectural charm. The church, established 1840, also served as a school for many years.