Your own mission statement

About eight years ago I was taking a class at the local Unitarian church. It was called: “What do you believe.” It was very informative and from a Christian view, it really helped me understand what I believed, why, and how I could back it up. We were asked to write a “mission statement” whichContinue reading “Your own mission statement”

New Year, New Pieces

I have on occasion, written for a local church newsletter. I always included scripture with a small story or musing about life; mine or just in general. I am continuing this tradition, going forward here. Enjoy and please comment if you are so inclined! My desk faces the front yard of my home. We haveContinue reading “New Year, New Pieces”

Christmas Pieces

Oh to be present when our Savior entered this world in human form. Perhaps, as some historians state; the birth of Jesus was likely in September; keeping in mind the Gregorian calendar was mostly ruled by circumstance, the alignment of certain stars, etc. Whenever He was born, He brought the one true light into ourContinue reading “Christmas Pieces”

Pieces of our heart

I’ve been in semi-regular contact with a dear friend I’ve never met. We attempt to talk a few times a month, catching up; and my favorite – praying together. We “met” through an online prayer request page. I told her this afternoon, that when summer comes, I’m driving out to her house with my swimsuitContinue reading “Pieces of our heart”

Psalm Pieces

I have always loved Psalm 42:1 As the deer pants for water, so I long for you, O God. What a beautiful, visual reminder of our love for God, how we strive to become closer to Him. Where do you go for spiritual guidance? I love to walk in nature, surrounded by trees, water, blue skiesContinue reading “Psalm Pieces”

Pieces of Recovery

A little over three weeks ago I had my left knee replaced. It’s been quite a recovery process. Today is the first day that I am motivated. The previous days and weeks have been ‘forced.’ PT cracks the whip and my husband reminds me that I must do more than I think I can, andContinue reading “Pieces of Recovery”

Pieces to Pray

Do you pray every day? With your morning coffee or before bed? Do you have a “prayer closet?” (a private, quiet place where you go specifically to pray). Do you use contemplative prayer or meditation? Maybe you journal or write poetry. Color or create art? Sing, lifting your voice to God? There is no specificContinue reading “Pieces to Pray”

Facebook Pieces

Today, October 4, 2021 at 4:46 p.m. CST Facebook is STILL down. And Instagram and Whatsapp if you use those. I’ve been in FB withdrawal, anxious to post a really cool pic and ask for prayers for an appointment I have tomorrow and I’ve realized that I don’t know how to reach out to (AContinue reading “Facebook Pieces”

Sparkling Pieces

I recently watched the documentary on Tammy Faye and Jim Bakker.  I put her first because even though he was the preacher, she was the main act.  She did have a beautiful voice and maybe for a time, didn’t know exactly what was going on.  They lived an extraordinary and very wealthy life.  They wereContinue reading “Sparkling Pieces”

Grieving Pieces

Last month I shared the loss of my friend Carol who passed away after battling cancer, the death of her husband and her zest for life. I think the latter is what is the most sad. We’ve had another loss in our family; the kids’ mom, my husband’s first wife. She also was tired ofContinue reading “Grieving Pieces”