Category: Gratitude
Amelia’s Letters
Like her wildflowers were drawn to the sun, people were drawn to Amelia. She was gifted with a radiant but sweet personality, always extending her hands to help others. She was known for her fresh-baked breads gifted to those in need and a listening ear for anyone who needed to talk about the hard stuff…
I Remember: Echoes From the Past
I Remember: Echoes from the Past Susan sat on the creek bank, remembering. She remembered the summer she turned 14. It was a long, warm summer filled with sunny days and the sweetness of wildflowers that grew along the creekbank where she now sat, watching the water cascade over the smooth river rocks. Her feet…
Happy New Year 2025!
As I sit here at home, waiting for this year to fade into the past and for a new year to emerge, I reflect on 2024. It was a good year, but not without challenges. Earlier in the spring, I was washing my porches and planting flowers. I hadn’t felt well for weeks. I assumed…
How to Give Thanks in All Circumstances
As we approach Thanksgiving, we see more posts about giving thanks. My Facebook feed is filled with friends participating in the annual 30 Days of Thanks social media tradition. To participate, you choose one thing each day for which you are thankful. Then, beginning 30 days before Thanksgiving Day, you post about it on your…
