The Challenger – January 28, 1986 On January 28, 1986, the American shuttle orbiter Challenger broke up 73 seconds after liftoff, bringing a devastating end to the spacecraft’s 10th mission. The disaster claimed the lives of all seven astronauts aboard, including Christa McAuliffe, a teacher from New Hampshire who had been selected to join the… [Read More]
random wonder!
My granddaughter, Hannah, is so smart. Two weeks ago I was outside trying to capture this amazing sunset, which was ablaze in the western sky. The colors were extraordinary and, like a kid with a new toy, I was outside zooming and clicking and pretending as though I knew what I was doing. The front… [Read More]
WONDERfull!
Brian Hazeltine, a photographer in Palm Beach, Florida blesses my socks off with his awesome photography. I first met Brian, although I have never met him in person, when he posted photos on Facebook of surfers and my son, Michael, was one of the featured. I purchased a few photos from him and we have… [Read More]
five minute friday: share
Sound the alarm! It’s FRIDAY everyone! My co-worker and I pray over the phone every morning and today it was my turn and as I began praying I began singing, “And, Lord thank You for FRIDAY!!!” Yes, I’ve said it before, I love Friday! Today, as I look out my home office window, the snow… [Read More]
the blogger’s prayer
Jabez called out to the God of Israel: “If only You would bless me, extend my border, let Your hand be with me, and keep me from harm, so that I will not cause any pain.” And God granted his request. 1 Chronicles 4.10 The Blogger’s Prayer The blogger called out to the God of… [Read More]
my safe place – guest blogger
Our granddaughter, Hannah, is turning 18 this week and I want to recognize her by posting a muse she wrote several weeks ago. Hannah graduates from high school this year and her career goal is to become a political journalist. Currently, she is in the process of applying to colleges, SAT’s, and, and a week… [Read More]
five minute friday: send
Who loves Fridays? I do. I do! Hands raised around the room? I love Friday because it’s the end of a work week and the beginning of the weekend. When my (three) kids were growing up I would always try to make Friday suppers somewhat celebratory. Fun food fare like wings or a table of… [Read More]
we can’t go back – or can we?
Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3.13-14 We’re at the… [Read More]