Pondering Virtue
"He who works with his head and his hands and his heart is an artist." ~ St. Francis Assisi I've been sowing thoughts about faith and personal fulfillment. My latest ponderings have led me to Virtue Science. Have you heard of it?I…
Finding the Words
"Gratitude is the energy of faith." ~ Unknown On this day I'm feeling grateful for my blessings to those who have made contributions to my development as a writer simply through their love, interest and friendship. About a week ago I made a discovery…
Come! Sit and Ponder
"Simplicity and repose are the qualities that measure the true value of art." ~ Frank Lloyd Wright It's time to share a good news story! How many of you have read The Giving Tree to your child? It's one that I…
Yarns of a Pioneering Life
"Never estimate the power of a woman with a sewing machine." ~ Unknown A few weeks back I had the pleasure of presenting "Sew the Heart" to the Yampa Valley University Women, a diverse group of ladies. Like myself, many are not natives…
Making Sense of Snowflakes
I've been thinking a lot about snowflakes lately. Here in the high country of the Rocky Mountains we've had 200 inches of the white fluff and its still January. It's piled high and winter has only just begun. For those…
Gospel Spirit
The Child continued to grow and become strong, increasing in wisdom; and the grace of God was upon Him. ~ Luke 2:40 Last Friday evening my husband and I gave ourselves an early Christmas present. Tickets to the Steamboat Chamber…
Christmas Cozy
Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful. - Norman Vincent Peale On this snowy December day in Colorado, I thought I'd share some photos which put me in the spirit of this special…
Broadcasting Joy
"Joy is very infectious, therefore, always be full of joy." ~ Mother Theresa I'm all for the idea of putting heart back into America, and there is no better time to start than during the holidays. Here are ideas you…
Childs Praise
Do you remember the satisfaction of having learned your first prayer? I often wonder how many mom's and dads even teach their children to give thanks for their food and the beautiful world that surrounds them in this day and…