Pet of the week, Murphy

  Murphy is a service dog. His owner has MS. In this season of Covid-19, Murphy has been a blessing.  

"Nothing makes me smile more that looking into the face of a dog that loves me." Unknown. 

 

Friendship Friday

 If there was a picture of friendship in the dictionary, I would look for Lisa's picture.  She is a lovely example of  genuine friendship.  Funny, wise, caring, thoughtful and generous. 

We first met at a dinner in Columbia, Tennessee. Since, then, we have enjoyed dinners in Kansas, Kentucky, Georgia, watching a college basketball game in Kentucky, rehearsal dinners in Georgia, a bridal shower/tea in Kansas and so goes the list ...

How did we meet? We connected as the result of our husband's professional careers. 

One of the qualities I most admire in Lisa is her gift of hospitality. She is such a gracious hostess. I wish this picture was able to capture the beauty of this table. 

Long after the meal has been served, what I remember most... the conversations we enjoy at the table. Creating a lovely table setting allows the conversation to flow with sweet ease. 

What is bringing you joy today?

Earlier today, my friend Maureen shared her joy:  "God's Word and praying friends." 🙏

I love her answer! In the midst of challenges, she  inspires me to trust God and suffer well.  As she waits to begin  nerve treatment on Monday, she is faithfully praying.

  In spite of obstacles, I anticipate joy in my daily living. This morning, I listened to hymns, went for walk, and stopped by a local coffee shop. In the afternoon, I was treated to a Zoom call with friends.  

I would love to read what is bringing you joy.

What is Advent?

 "One of the essential paradoxes of Advent: that while we wait for God, we are with God all along, that while we need to be reassured of God's arrival, or the arrival our our homecoming, we are already home. While we wait, we have to trust, to have faith, but it is God's grace that give us that faith. As with all spiritual knowledge, two things are true and equally true, at once. The mind can't grasp paradox; it is the knowledge of the soul."

Michelle Blake, The Tentmaker

Furry Friends

 Earle, Franklin, and Josie are running buddies. They enjoy sniffing each other, eating cheese, chasing each other, wrestling, barking at door bells, taking walks, and snuggling in their dog beds.  Earle is the older and more mature of the trio.  Franklin was once insecure. He is now settled. Josie is the occasional visitor. 

 A week ago, Earle and Franklin moved to Nebraska. Josie will  once again be relegated to the occasional visitor status. 

This trio of friends are rescue dogs. Earle and Franklin were adopted in Nebraska.  Josie is a rescue dog from the Lexington Humane Society.  Who is who? Earle is black. Franklin is white. Josie is chocolate brown. 

Family night ...

"Never worry about the size of your Christmas tree.

 In the eyes of a child, they are all 30 feet tall. 

Larry Wilde

Last Thursday, Jerry (Grandpa) and our granddaughter decorated our Christmas tree. 

Next we put out the Nativity Scenes. I love we took the opportunity to talk about each part of the Nativity Scene. Tonight, our church will have a virtual family night where we will make Christmas cards, and decorate Christmas ornaments. I love the season of Advent!  

Tech Tuesday

"We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used to create them."

Albert Einstein

I think technology may be a tool to solve problems. 

Last year, robots like this were rolling all over Purdue University's campus in West Lafayette, Indiana.This robot was designed to deliver items.Today, engineering students at Purdue and other universities continue   find creative solutions to solve problems.