Tag Archives: Genesis 3

Liar, liar

Posted on September 23, 2020 by gretchenr17

Now the serpent was more crafty than the other wild animals that the LORD God had made, (Genesis 3:1 NIV). Every time I read this verse, I think of the old Nickelodeon movies, where the music would warn the audience … Continue reading →

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Lightbulbs

Posted on August 21, 2019 by gretchenr17

My husband likes to turn on the lights in a room, even if it’s daylight. It bugs me. I used to tell the boys, “God made the sun for a reason. Use it.” I can’t stand “fake” light during the … Continue reading →

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And…yet

Posted on November 20, 2018 by gretchenr17

Thanksgiving is a gateway holiday for me. It marks the beginning of a season of hope, wonder, joy, celebrating with family, rich foods, sweet moments, and new memories. I love November and December with their changing weather, slower paces, and … Continue reading →

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Us vs. Them

Posted on October 20, 2018 by gretchenr17

Us versus Them is as old as the Garden of Eden. Eve vs. God, what did He have that she didn’t have? She, and then Adam, ate the fruit because they believed the serpent when he said that God was … Continue reading →

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Mowing the lawn

Posted on March 9, 2018 by gretchenr17

I really enjoy doing manual tasks around the house. Dishes, laundry, vacuuming, cutting the grass, basically anything that shows progress and completion. I want the satisfaction of putting a checkmark next to the item on my To-Do List. Day-to-day life … Continue reading →

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Reset buttons

Posted on January 30, 2018 by gretchenr17

Today I realized the month of January was almost over. The month which seems caught between two worlds, winter and a new year. I tend to think of January as a rough draft for the rest of the year. What … Continue reading →

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free to look

Posted on December 28, 2017 by gretchenr17

I received a spam email yesterday with the tag line of “It’s free to look” under the sender’s address. I immediately deleted it, I knew it was nothing I needed. More importantly, the teaser made me want to wash my … Continue reading →

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one another

Posted on November 30, 2017 by gretchenr17

I have struggled with writing this post due to the subject matter. I have been sickened and crushed by the news as person after person comes forward to report offensive behavior.  My heart hurts for those who have been assaulted, … Continue reading →

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furiously fasting

Posted on October 13, 2017 by gretchenr17

I had to fast for a medical screening this past week, nothing major, just to check my sugar levels and cholesterol levels. As soon as I realized I would have to skip breakfast and my morning coffee, I began to … Continue reading →

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what’s that?

Posted on August 11, 2017 by gretchenr17

We have kittens that live on our property. They are adorable, entertaining, and constantly on the watch for something to explore. Whenever I come out of the house the kittens come to check out what I am doing.  The thing … Continue reading →

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