The Art of Letter Writing

Forever More! What in the world has been wrong with me? I used to write my grandparents letters every single day. I could see it in my heart, in my minds eye, my grandfather walking in a high step heading to the "box" to check the mail. Those years have been gone for long time now. I lived in England and missed my family so badly that writing letters home was the only connection I could get my hands on. It was pretty much all they could get their hands on too. A year passed between hugs, but I think there were at least 365 letters or post cards stacked up. When I look at the way I've let that habit stop I'm ashamed of myself. My grandmother is almost 90 years old. She would dearly love to have the gift of a letter in her "box" these days. I'm not going to be selfish any longer with my time. I know this is something she will enjoy. I can't wait to get back in touch with my pen pal! Even though I get to see her more than back in those days...she still needs to see it and read it...that I LOVE HER!

Where Did All the Laundry Come From?

I don't remember ever having as much laundry. I think I wanted to wash and dry everything possible incase we had a power outtage. I think my "down time" drove me to not wanting to deal with the dry pile. Todd is glad to know I am now motivated to putting everything neatly away. The girls are staying busy with many many craft projects. I'm feeling a little ready for a bulldozer right about now. Actually, it's not been so bad. I've gotten a lot done and had a lot of help...but after a few days indoors...ones home does get smaller and smaller.

My Blog Title

I thought about what I wanted it to be. One thing I was sure about...It has to represent my relationship with Jesus. I admire women who are gracious when they have something to say. I'm not talking about being fake and using flattery...but sincere and comfortable to have a conversation with. Knowing I don't always have the right responses, answers or things to say is driving me to be careful about the conversations I have. Colossians 4:6 is telling me to "Let my conversation be full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. I guess there's hundreds of reasons why salt is useful. The main two reasons I can think of are to preserve and flavor things.

Ice Storm 2007

I'm enjoying the house being full and warm. Everyone is home and we have a long weekend with plenty of good food to eat and good things to do. Most of all this is the kind of January day I was day dreaming about last month when our lives were busy being here there and everywhere. The blessings of slowing down are very wonderful. I love this ice storm.