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The Long Road Of Change

Sunday, September 6, 2009

My weight struggle is no secret. I am a member of Weight Watchers. I own all their books and gadgets. I even have a workout pal who nudges me into daily exercise. So then, you might well ask, "Brenda, are … Read more

For God's Glory

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

When we are driving anywhere, whether on a short or a long trip, there are roadside signs and signals revealing important information, instructions, and directions: speed limits, slow, stop, give way, keep left, turn right to such and such, freeway … Read more

Spraying

Sunday, March 2, 2008

I use hairspray every day, and sometimes more than once a day if I am going out in the evening. I have a can of hairspray in my bedroom where I do my hair. I have a can of hairspray … Read more

Mom, Have You Seen

Saturday, October 13, 2007

If you have any technological items in your house, then I am sure that you, like me, also have many cords that go with them. Over the years, I have spent a lot of time looking for this cord and … Read more

Bearing Fruit

Sunday, September 16, 2007

If we are willing to walk or drive through our towns and cities with open eyes, we are sure to see people who are homeless. How easy it can be for us to pass judgement on other people. I recently … Read more

It's Free

Tuesday, July 10, 2007

How greatly the word free is used to grab our attention — on postal flyers, in newspaper or television advertisements, and even on the Internet! We are enticed to try new cosmetic products, cereals, and gourmet foods being offered free!Read more

Boy, That's Good, Ain't It?

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

I remember well my childhood when money was hard to come by. Bread bought in a store was a luxury; cookies from the store were a treat; an ice cream cone was almost unheard of; a Dixie cup eaten with … Read more

Blueberries

Saturday, May 26, 2007

If a person knows where to go, one can find wonderful blueberry patches where one can fill buckets in no time at all. Quite a few years ago, a forest fire went through the area. The regular blueberry pickers were … Read more

Traffic

Saturday, May 12, 2007

I was amazed one day as I was going for a walk. I saw a medium-sized dog wanting to cross the street. It was a very busy six-lane street, one of the busiest in our city. He stood and watched … Read more

Depressing News

Thursday, January 25, 2007

I was reading a newspaper report from Scotland one day recently, which revealed that the number of prescriptions for anti-depressants in the past year has reached an all-time high: 3.5 million in a population of 5 million. It seems to … Read more

Fear The Lord, For He Is God

Sunday, October 1, 2006

One morning recently, I put on the radio to see if the world was still on its axis — though I knew it had to be, as I was still in place. I listened to a commentary about a Christian … Read more

Freedom

Sunday, July 23, 2006

Years ago, we had a budgie bird in our home. It was so tame. When out of its cage, it would follow us and sit on our shoulders. It would even land on the arm of our glasses and view … Read more

Braveheart

Monday, January 2, 2006

Our family had just moved to America when the movie "Braveheart" was released. Like everyone else, we really enjoyed the story, and as proud Scots, we treasured Mel Gibson's portrayal of William Wallace. We had grown up hearing the stories … Read more

Ant Hills

Tuesday, October 18, 2005

This year we had a big ant hill in our back alley. Those little ants fascinate me. As I watched them, it seemed to me that they were just running every which way, back and forth, with no purpose. I … Read more

Let It Show

Sunday, August 7, 2005

My husband has recently gone through major surgery and is struggling with his recuperation period. A member of his Sunday School class brought him a new Adult Quarterly. "Here is something for you to read and think about," he said. … Read more

God's Strength

Sunday, December 26, 2004

My six-year-old started skating lessons last fall. Before the lessons, he was really excited, wanting to learn how to skate so that he could play hockey like his older brother. Never having been on skates before, he had trouble moving … Read more

Freedom And Honour

Thursday, November 11, 2004

All day I'd been working on a Remembrance Day story for our local paper. Carefully I scanned the picture of my great uncle in uniform and noted how much he looked like my grandfather. I examined a yellowed picture of … Read more

A Bowl Of Fruit

Tuesday, October 5, 2004

One of my favourite decorative items is a colourful basket of artificial fruit, now on a table on the sun porch. Through the years, it has been used in different areas. Many times, when preparing for a yard sale, I've … Read more

The Prayer Shawl

Wednesday, July 7, 2004

I have a friend who is the epitome of "the fruit of the spirit". She taught me about "passing it on" long before it became popular. She is also a fantastic knitter and has graced me with many of her … Read more

Just A Servant

Sunday, March 28, 2004

I walked into a large home supply store, and there he stood, seventy-three years old, holding a smoke alarm in his hand. Four months ago, no one expected him to live through a reaction to the anaesthetic that was used … Read more

Grace And Truth

Wednesday, November 5, 2003

As I have continued to work as a clinical therapist with women who have drug and alcohol problems, some things have been revealed to me through the Holy Spirit's intervention and the truth of God's Word. Not long ago, I … Read more

Lobsters And Icebergs

Friday, August 1, 2003

While watching the local Canadian Broadcasting Corporation television news recently, a reporter was interviewing two people from Ontario, who were having a lobster boil on an ocean beach near St. John's, Newfoundland. It was a nice day in May, and … Read more

Gifts From God Through Patience

Sunday, June 29, 2003

We had the opportunity to take "the trip of a lifetime" to Britain, and with careful research and planning on my husband's part, he booked it. But then came the war with Iraq. As well, our airline was put into … Read more

Lost Patience That Produced Nothing

Tuesday, June 24, 2003

New life has finally come to where we live. The grass has grown green, and the forsythia bush has bloomed, with its bright yellow-coloured flowers. As I observed all the signs of new life, I also noted the numerous birds … Read more

Fruit Of The Spirit

Wednesday, February 12, 2003

I've been working at the supermarket for almost a year now. I still love my job as much as I did on Day One. As my department is right by the entrance, I get to chat every day with many … Read more

How Is Your Lust Quotient?

Wednesday, September 25, 2002

We are constantly bombarded with images that are contrived to tempt us to think the unthinkable, and they are all around us day and night. It is inescapable. Do not be overcome; it is a part of being a physical … Read more

Taking Your Spiritual Temperature

Saturday, December 29, 2001

As we continue the daily journey of our Christian life, it's important for us to take our spiritual temperature. How hungry are we to walk with Jesus? How excited are we about where we are in our walk with God? … Read more

The Day The World Stood Still

Thursday, September 20, 2001

The day is bright, clear and sunny. A soft breeze rustles the leaves of the large oak tree that stands strong and tall in my front yard. It is peaceful. Yet approximately five hundred miles from here, there is chaos. … Read more

Summer Vacation

Thursday, July 5, 2001

Now that summer holidays are here, we are busy planning our vacation. We are travelling west — not a small feat for a family that includes a three- and a six-year-old. We will be starting our trip with four straight … Read more

The Gift Of The Hoya

Tuesday, June 19, 2001

About nine years ago, a friend gave me a small Hoya plant. Its thick, narrow leaves are elongated, of a waxy texture, and grow individually along a tough sort of vine. In some spots the leaves grow in a cluster, … Read more

Willing Vessel

Monday, June 4, 2001

During a brief stay in the hospital, God sent several willing vessels to aid and comfort me when I really needed it. The physicians were not sure if I had had a heart attack or if I was having acid … Read more

Lost Patience

Monday, January 29, 2001

One day recently, I picked a large juicy orange from a tree. I held that orange in my hand and thought of the fruits of the Spirit. I saw the orange itself being love, for it surrounds the other fruits … Read more

Walking Alongside My Master

Wednesday, November 22, 2000

When I leave my house to take my dog out for a walk, he pulls on the lead like crazy. He is just so very excited at going out and getting exercise, it is very hard to hold on. In … Read more

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