Life Notes
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Backroad Traveler: Discovering Blackberry Tea
Traveling through the back roads of the Carolinas opens up an entirely new world that is both intriguing and educational. One of our discoveries while driving through a rural area in South Carolina was a small Blackberry Vineyard growing in the front yard of a home owner. We started our own blackberry garden last year, so this was something that caught our interest. We pulled into the drive, knocked on the door, and the gardener was more than pleased to give a tour
The Circle of Life
I gave up my bacon this morning for a little bird in a distressful situation! One of my cats (Hershey) caught a Eastern Bluebird, and as I walked out my door, I heard its screech for help. I immediately went to its rescue. It was no easy task. Hershey did not want to...
Slowing Down…
This morning I hit the floor running after a peaceful night of sleep. I always have a list of things to do…
The Road of Trust
This picture was taken recently on a trip back home to Mississippi. It is a familiar road I traveled many times as a young girl with my parents. It leads to a place I still call home after all these years. For most of my life, this road was a gravel road.
Distraction or Inspiration?
In the springtime, I work from my "porch office." Then, as the heat and humidity of summertime in the deep south arrives, I work from my "den office." Often while working, I see birds of many species feasting at the feeders just outside the patio...
The Accuser
Use care with our words…they give strong evidence of your character and what is in your heart.
Green Tomatoes
With basket in hand, I made my way to the garden to pick vegetables, including the tomatoes that were growing along the inside of the garden fence. Yesterday I noticed a few that were almost ripe. Today they would be picked and served with fresh green beans and new...
Sunshine and Storms
You can find good in everything and everyone. With all the rain lately, followed by beautiful sunshine…
My Word for this Year…Hope
Psalm 119:114 ESV "You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word."