Tag Archives: Deuteronomy 24:5

… home…

Posted on March 14, 2023 by oct17

There is a lot of building activity going on these days– in our yard. Bird couples are busy, busy constructing  new homes for their little ones. I watch a winged pair check out a possible new site for their home … Continue reading →

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… learning to love…

Posted on June 4, 2021 by oct17

“I’m going to marry that guy,” I whispered to my friend in church when I first saw Tom; I was 16; he was 17. How could I possibly know? I have no idea… but I have spent my life thanking … Continue reading →

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. . . the last time . . .

Posted on February 12, 2020 by oct17

“This could be our last breakfast,” I solemnly said to Tom one morning last week. Events of the week had propelled my thoughts into last times and last things. Last week a dear family friend had two strokes and given … Continue reading →

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learning . . . loving. . .on the journey

Posted on March 13, 2017 by oct17

Surprise!  A second post in a week. I would love to blog weekly, but alas, retirement is such a busy job.  We have more projects going than hours in the day but as this is a special day and a cold, … Continue reading →

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