Tag Archives: wisdom

Circles of friends

Posted on February 13, 2018 by gretchenr17

Yesterday I was talking with a young man in his 20’s and we were discussing life choices. He asked me if it was difficult for me to make friends since my perspective on what was important was so different than … Continue reading →

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washing dishes

Posted on October 29, 2017 by gretchenr17

When I was a young girl it was my task to set the table at my grandma’s house for any family function. I learned the proper placement for all the utensils, glasses, plates, etc. When the meal was finished it … Continue reading →

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grace, love, and fellowship

Posted on September 22, 2017 by gretchenr17

May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all (2 Corinthians 13:14). Paul’s letters are some of my favorite books in the Bible. They are … Continue reading →

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nettles

Posted on September 8, 2017 by gretchenr17

Living out in the country there are many plants that are in the “wild/weed” category, stinging nettles being one of them. The plant has a serrated edge and hidden on each point are small hairs, like that of a cactus, … Continue reading →

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forks

Posted on August 14, 2017 by gretchenr17

 Our church has been studying our way through the book of Proverbs, with yesterday’s message on chapter 19. As we looked at the verses and studied how the decisions determined the outcome, I was struck by the simple fact that … Continue reading →

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My friend, Elisabeth

Posted on April 28, 2017 by gretchenr17

Years ago, I was supposed to get married to a young man who lived in Texas. I was living in Illinois at the time and as the time got closer to the wedding date I was given books about marriage, … Continue reading →

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water, water, life

Posted on March 21, 2017 by gretchenr17

The picture above is a beautiful example of growing where there is life-giving water. “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that … Continue reading →

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40 days

Posted on January 31, 2017 by gretchenr17

I am going home for a visit in forty days. My boys have spring break during that time, I took the days off, so we will head east. I am looking forward to spending time with my folks, brother, and … Continue reading →

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My reality

Posted on June 8, 2016 by gretchenr17

I can’t were two words I was not allowed to say growing up. My coaches would say things like, “Never say can’t, say can. Never say won’t, say will.” We were always to try new skills and techniques to improve, … Continue reading →

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boundaries

Posted on June 3, 2016 by gretchenr17

Our goats have been taking their freedom to graze too far. We have found them again and again going down the road in search of food. They have feed, plants, and other things to make their bellies full around the … Continue reading →

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