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Husband

Written on January 4, 2025. For thy Maker is thine husband; the Lord of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called. – Isaiah 54:5 I like to look up words when I am not sure about its definition. According toContinue reading “Husband”

Herding Ducks on a Pond

Have you ever: Neither have I, but man we sure gave it our best shot for hours on end. They would get sooo close, and then slip around the canoe, or even get on land and then split and head to the pond. Ahhhhh! However, the next day, when I am gone all day forContinue reading “Herding Ducks on a Pond”

Venison

Whoever is slothful will not roast his game, but the diligent man will get precious wealth. — Proverbs 12:27 ESV You know you live in the country, when you have neighbors and friends, who offer you their overflow of abundance, be it fresh garden produce, gallons of raw milk, Morel mushrooms, dozens of fresh eggs,Continue reading “Venison”

First Year #5: Marriage/Parenting, Church, …

Marriage, Parenting, Growing with God, etc. There is so much new in life that it would be easy to lose ourselves in endless work, while letting the investment into other important areas go. What is meant to help us draw near to God and to each other can easily become all consuming and bring separation.Continue reading “First Year #5: Marriage/Parenting, Church, …”

First Year #4: Floods, Pallets, Hospitality, Cooking/Schooling

The following are a few that have to do more with the past few weeks than the first year (from my starting with that intent as I started writing this post). However, they give some insights into the past year as well. Floods This past Saturday it rained, and rained, and rained. We have aContinue reading “First Year #4: Floods, Pallets, Hospitality, Cooking/Schooling”

Freedom, Communication & Walkie Talkies

Main topics in this post: Getting out into nature is a natural way for children (and adults) to exercise, learn and have fun. It is also a great chance for relationship building, times to walk and talk with each other and times to be quiet and away from distractions to have time with God. WhileContinue reading “Freedom, Communication & Walkie Talkies”

How do you celebrate the 4th of July?

How do you celebrate the 4th of July with intentionality?

The Father Fortress

“How often I wanted to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not willing!” – Matthew 23:37b When my three year old comes running over to drag me to make a “Baba Fort”, it is music to my ears. He still loves to be close andContinue reading “The Father Fortress”

October Free Family Events (Cleveland, OH)

Well, the fall is revving up, and so are the fall activities. As the world changes color, one of the greatest events is simply to get outside and enjoy God’s artwork. The Cleveland Metroparks offer a greatly appreciated, and yet greatly underused, journey into the colorful world (with or without paved trails :o). They alsoContinue reading “October Free Family Events (Cleveland, OH)”

Called to go, Willing to stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (12)

Parental blessing (b) Let the Little Children Come! (Matthew 19:14) Okay, back to the times of house repair. I am grateful God has allowed me to see more of His preparations from years ago for the heart work for His eternal glory. The trip to China confirmed His unchanging love and perfect timing in everything andContinue reading “Called to go, Willing to stay: A Blessing Counting Journal (12)”