tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72421626915019140532024-02-07T17:50:07.162-06:00He Gives a SongGlendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.comBlogger428125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-68901993317826063762015-04-01T13:46:00.000-05:002015-04-01T13:47:43.422-05:00Country Roads<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We love to ride country roads. Our destination is not really important;
it's the scenery along the way that makes the trip enjoyable and
worthwhile. In fact, we don't always know where our ride will take us.
(Sometimes that's intentional; sometimes we're just plain lost . . .
well, not according to JD, but that's another story!) Now and then
we'll round a bend in a narrow country road and see a spot like this one
. . . a place that makes you want to stop - and at least try to capture
the peace and beauty through a camera lens. The Psalmist talks about
The Shepherd leading us to green pastures and still waters. I think
maybe He can restore us down quiet country roads, too.<br />
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<br />Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-46836630161583045832015-03-28T00:17:00.002-05:002015-03-28T00:20:33.611-05:00Growth<div style="text-align: center;">
"You have to do your own growing<br />
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-10413326377659919112015-03-28T00:05:00.001-05:002015-03-28T00:21:34.202-05:00Sanctuary<div style="text-align: center;">
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-24478959645340483882015-03-27T23:35:00.001-05:002015-03-28T00:22:04.284-05:00Quiet Time<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-45550174000358145192015-03-27T23:29:00.002-05:002015-03-28T00:22:28.951-05:00Baby Blues<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The color of Spring . . . beautiful blues . . . promise . . . new life . . . anticipation</div>
Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-53275392268155978032013-07-22T22:50:00.000-05:002013-07-22T23:04:27.197-05:00Springs in the Valley<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the simple country pleasures that fascinates me is a spring of water that bubbles from the ground - like this one in the family pasture. The water is cool and clear and as you can see, the growth around it is lush and green. When we visited this spot recently, we couldn't see the source because of fallen limbs, but I do know the ultimate source. According to Psalm 104:10, He sends the springs into the valleys that run along the hills. A perfect, fitting scripture for this beautiful spot in the woods where John David played as a boy. <br />
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I am so thankful that God sends "springs of living water" into the valley times in our lives. This year has been filled with much sickness and the death of my father-in-law and my oldest brother. Several friends have also passed on since the beginning of 2013. But in the midst of it all, God has made His presence very real. He has not failed us! He will not fail us! He is our Source of life and strength!<br />
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Good things have happened, too! We have enjoyed wonderful times with our grandchildren, taken a few short road trips, and enjoyed some restful days. Family and friends add joy to our lives, and we realize just how blessed we are. So many - some of you bloggers - are carrying much heavier loads. Life has its ebbs and flows, but we remember Who is in charge. "Many things about tomorrow I don't seem to understand. But I know Who holds tomorrow, and I know Who holds my hand." And I know that His grip is better and more secure than mine!<br />
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I have not blogged much at all recently, but I am not leaving blogging behind permanently. So at any time I may pop in again! Have a blessed summer!<br />
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did not plan this picture; in fact, I had forgotten that Daniel, a local pastor, faithfully carries the Cross up and down the streets of our town on Good
Friday. So, I was abruptly taken aback for an instant when he suddenly
came into our view as we stopped at an inters</span></span><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3]"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3].0"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3].0.[0]">ection yesterday. I like the way the pic turned out. Can you think of a more symbolic
icon of American culture than McDonalds? And notice the American flag. </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2]"><span class="UFICommentBody" id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3]"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3].0"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3].0.[0]">I am reminded that Jesus
walks among us - faithfully . . . oh, so faithfully. To those of us who
have accepted Him as our Saviour, He says, "Stay close to me . . .
listen to Me . . . trust Me . . . obey Me . . . share Me." And to those
who do not yet know Him, He pleads, "Come unto me . . . I will give you
rest . . . invite me in . . . repent . . . find life."</span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2]"><span class="UFICommentBody" id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3]"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3].0"><span id=".reactRoot[26].[1][2][1]{comment10200832681805431_3495548}.0.[1].0.[1].0.[0].[0][2].0.[3].0.[0]">I can't think of a better time to draw closer to Him, the One who carried our sins all the way to Calvary! </span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Aren't you thankful <br />
that pouring rain<br />
and stormy days<br />
don't cause disconnects<br />
and lost signals<br />
between us<br />
and our Heavenly Father?<br />
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-61777113501596021662013-03-06T23:04:00.001-06:002013-03-07T16:51:59.404-06:00Even There . . .<div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If I arise on the wings of the dawn</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If I settle on the far side of the sea</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Even there Your hand will guide me</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Your right hand will hold me fast.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Psalm 139:9-10</span><br />
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-39334168820184440362013-03-05T20:28:00.001-06:002013-03-05T20:30:14.899-06:00Anchored<div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;">
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-55562298227233776402013-03-04T18:54:00.001-06:002013-03-04T21:17:33.085-06:00Reaching Up<div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUmTUhqIgMKjIZAOBeGfIRRjwKa_vKUPx4-LBmExoCkgcUGyMov6UcL2gDnA9q7S1jZFj2B39Ip0C3Y8jHSpmUJRGl4T4hdVwzcoZBqpxJ7KNVyqX6FrydcWAgKtAlXwVN9WBDPNj_5aId/s1600/DSC_5695.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUmTUhqIgMKjIZAOBeGfIRRjwKa_vKUPx4-LBmExoCkgcUGyMov6UcL2gDnA9q7S1jZFj2B39Ip0C3Y8jHSpmUJRGl4T4hdVwzcoZBqpxJ7KNVyqX6FrydcWAgKtAlXwVN9WBDPNj_5aId/s400/DSC_5695.JPG" /></a></div><div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: left;">I was struck by the intense emotions portrayed in this unique sculpture in Galveston, TX, along the beautiful Seawall. In 1900 more than 6000 residents of Galveston Island were killed in the great storm that swept across the island. This beautiful piece honors those who lost their lives and those who began work the next day to rebuild Galveston.</div><br />
I am reminded that we still need to reach up when storms come into our lives.<br />
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-56334956804256181122013-03-03T20:02:00.001-06:002013-03-03T21:30:02.449-06:00<div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisHcbg2F9_FEhoB8onNCujBtQCJ1nwgrs8-u_pdUKKnD9q-sFoh0TPSBa4HRzzaGVAXJOh65Mcr3DUi3HwN1UNlRcSe5sTa1Hn1jMrZWNFCiyn48sN6bP47YcgRdo7c5NbJUSId4O2pvNY/s1600/DSC_6193.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisHcbg2F9_FEhoB8onNCujBtQCJ1nwgrs8-u_pdUKKnD9q-sFoh0TPSBa4HRzzaGVAXJOh65Mcr3DUi3HwN1UNlRcSe5sTa1Hn1jMrZWNFCiyn48sN6bP47YcgRdo7c5NbJUSId4O2pvNY/s400/DSC_6193.JPG" /></a> </div><br />
Love my "new" birdfeeder . . . and the birds do, too!!<br />
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Note to my blogger friends: Are any of you having trouble with Blogger? I am very frustrated! I am not able to change the format on some elements of my blog . . . such as fonts and color on my blog title. Any suggestions? I'd like to resume blogging but not until I can make everything work again. Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-87029208126603586862012-11-15T16:48:00.005-06:002012-11-15T16:48:53.285-06:00At the Car Wash<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It really is true: you can find beauty if you look for it! </div>
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I took these pics inside the car wash a few days ago and love the colors and textures.</div>
Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-30968571463303697602012-10-17T17:56:00.000-05:002012-10-17T17:56:02.872-05:00Balance<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lord, help me live a balanced life . . . </div>
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seeking first your kingdom . . . </div>
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keeping the main thing the main thing . . . </div>
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enjoying the blessings I have . . . </div>
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reaching out to others . . . </div>
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clinging to your truth.</div>
Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-47522852560665414512012-09-13T17:38:00.000-05:002012-09-13T17:38:22.881-05:00A Reminder<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Glendahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07059837275907441219noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7242162691501914053.post-31256858539424866382012-09-10T14:54:00.000-05:002012-09-10T18:10:59.015-05:00Love Never Grows Old<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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(My father-in-law Evon and his sister Ruby) </div>
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He just turned 93; </div>
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She is a century old. </div>
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So much history between them - </div>
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So many memories they hold. </div>
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Though their bodies are ailing </div>
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And their steps have slowed, </div>
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Has not grown weak or cold. </div>
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The bond between brother and sister </div>
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Is not built on shifting sand. </div>
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Love is the strong cord that binds; </div>
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All obstacles it does withstand.
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<i>Love is patient, love is kind. </i><br />
<i>It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. </i><br />
<i>It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered. </i><br />
<i>It keeps no record of wrongs. </i><br />
<i>Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. </i><br />
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<i>It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. </i><br />
<i>Love never fails.</i><br />
~I Cor. 13:4-8~<br />
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Added note:<br />
I am once again <u><b>amazed</b></u> at how God works! I published the above post, returned to my blog, looked across to the sidebar and read these words from "Bible Verse for the Day" (and I'm putting them here because they will change tomorrow):<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"> </span><small><span style="font-size: small;">“And even to your old age I am he; and even to hoar hairs will I
carry you: I have made, and I will bear; even I will carry, and will
deliver you.” </span></small><br />
<small><span style="font-size: small;">(<a href="http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?version=9&search=Isaiah%2046:4" target="_new">Isaiah 46:4</a>) <a href="http://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/kjv/Isa.46.4" title="Listen to chapter"><img alt="listen to chapter" border="0/" src="http://www.biblegateway.com/resources/audio/images/sound.gif" /></a> (Read by Max McLean. Provided by <a href="http://www.listenersbible.com/free-download?utm_source=IBGGC&utm_medium=website&utm_content=bgverseoftheday&utm_campaign=IBGGC">The Listener's Audio Bible</a>.)</span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;"><b>HIS LOVE NEVER EVER GROWS OLD!!</b></span></small><br />
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