June 18 – James 3:2

James 3:2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check. God says a LOT about what we say — about tongue, mouth, lips, speech, talk, words. We’ll only touch a few, but why is just what we SAY so important to Him? Because, somehow, what we say determines all the rest. God used the... Read More

June 17 – Proverbs 8: 32-36

Proverbs 8: 32-36 Now then, my sons, listen to me; blessed are those who keep my ways. Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord. But whoever fails to find me harms himself; all who hate me love death. Watching... Read More

June 16 – Proverbs 8:22-31

Proverbs 8:22-31 The Lord brought me forth as the first of His works, before His deeds of old; I was appointed from eternity, from the beginning, before the world began. When there were no oceans, I was given birth, when there were no springs abounding with water; before the mountains were settled in place, before the hills, I was given birth, before He made the earth or its fields... Read More

Sister Takes the Cake, and Other Birthday Thoughts

(Another delayed Wednesday post. Gearing up to move…) Last week we celebrated the last 1st Birthday in our household. I was a mess. I can’t believe the baby years are already behind us. To illustrate just how bad of a mess I was… I… I… I… … considered having another baby. To clarify, there isn’t a day that goes by when I’m not... Read More

June 15 – Proverbs 8:17-21

JProverbs 8:17-21 I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me. With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity. My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver. I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full. When she (wisdom) says she “loves,”... Read More

June 14 – Proverbs 8: 14-16

Proverbs 8: 14-16 Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have understanding and power. By me kings reign and rulers make laws that are just; by me princes govern, and all nobles who rule on earth. Using these verses and James 1:5-8, we can pray for our leaders. Pray that they would ask for wisdom from the Lord, believing they will receive it. Wisdom that includes God’s... Read More

Easy Cheesy Egg McMuffins

Last week I made Easy, Cheesy, Sure-to-Please-Ye Egg McMuffins. In a déjà vu from my lemonade post, I got this recipe from another new friend, who posted it on Pinterest. The original recipe for the homemade Egg McMuffins is here. (I will not make the author take credit for the embellished title.) Start by cracking one egg into each of the greased cups of a muffin... Read More

June 13 – Proverbs 8:13

Proverbs 8:13 To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech. I’ve been keeping a list of the things I’ve found that God loves, delights in, or that please Him. Now here are things that He hates. Humility (the opposite of pride and arrogance) seems to be really, really important to Him, doesn’t it? And that humility... Read More

Just Some Blog Business

Although growth can be a good thing, sometimes it comes with growing pains. I wanted to share a few thoughts just with the people who are subscribed (and the ones who search through the categories for rare hidden posts). This little blog, still pretty insignificant in the grand scheme of things, is growing. That’s the good news (I think). The bad news is that spam bots have... Read More

Suns and Roses (Or, The Auto ISO Setting)

Today I wanted to cover the latest super-secret beginner photography trick I’ve been using: Auto ISO in manual mode. But before I start rambling to myself about buttons and dials again, I want to reiterate (repeat? reinforce? relax… rejuvenate, reduce, reuse, recycle… sorry) that this is just my journal to keep myself going with learning something new. Now for... Read More