For those with a travel wishlist, Rome, Italy, is a definite “must see.” For years, I dreamed of visiting the ancient City with its vast history, rich culture, and amazing food. This past summer, I made it there for a … Read More
Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words, particularly negative words, have the potential to crush your spirit, break your heart, and demolish your dreams. For those of us who have heard that old childhood adage, we know that … Read More
The golden dewdrop (duranta erecta) is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the verbena family. It makes a great garden selection. Other common names are “sapphire showers,” “pigeon berry,” and “sky flower.” The name “golden dewdrop” refers to … Read More
During my morning walk, I came across an inspirational message from motivational speaker, Les Brown. He shared the parable of the growth of the Chinese Bamboo Tree. It’s a story of how persistence and faith can yield the eventual realization … Read More
Gardening and the resulting plants and flowers are wonderful spiritual and personal growth and development tools. The process often correlates with other areas in our lives. I’ll share my latest anecdote and why I believe that you’ll know God’s promises … Read More
No man is an island, no man lives alone.”
John Donne
For as much as humans have evolved, one thing we cannot escape is the fact that man’s existence heavily relies on being a part … Read More