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Tag Archives: Michigan
How’s the Weather?
My friend posted a comment on Facebook, “What a beautiful day! Praise God from whom all blessings flow … God’s beauty is apparent in all weather conditions.” While some may complain about the cold and ice, she chooses to be … Continue reading
Posted in God, Joy, Life is Good (mind), Praise
Tagged beauty, heart, Michigan, weather
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Beauty and Majesty on Mackinac Island
I just returned from a dream-come-true mini vacation. Three days on Mackinac Island, located in the State of Michigan between the states’s upper and Lower Peninsula. The island is a national historic landmark and a motor-free environment since 1898. Only … Continue reading
Posted in Family, friends, Grandchildren, Joy, Life is Good (mind), Love, Sailboat Adventures, Sailing/Boating
Tagged dream, island, Mackinaw Island, Michigan, vacation
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The God of All Creation
“You blanketed earth with ocean, covered the mountains with deep waters; then you roared and the water ran away — your thunder crash put it to flight … you set boundaries between earth and sea; never again will earth be … Continue reading
Posted in Family, God, Joy, Life is Precious (soul)
Tagged creation, Grand Haven, Michigan, praise, Psalm, salvation, soul
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1st day: Maranatha Christian Writers’ Conference
Again, this year I’m privileged to attend the 34th Maranatha Christian Writers’ Conference. Today, I met the first speaker of the day, Debbie Taylor Williams/Hill Country Ministries from Texas. She shared with us that the greatest gift to give my … Continue reading
Posted in Events, God, Writing
Tagged Maranatha Christian Writers Conference, Michigan, Muskegon
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Day #17
Steve and I rode the Lake Express from Milwaukee, Wisconsin over to Muskegon, Michigan. I knew we were in trouble when I saw white caps on Lake Michigan and the first thing the stewards did was hand out sea … Continue reading
Posted in 2011 Out West Tour, Events, friends, Joy, Motorcycles
Tagged Lake Express, Lakeshore Yacht Harbor, Michigan, Milwaukee, Muskegon, Wisconsin
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Today’s the Day!
Road trip day – soon to begin. Anticipation high and somewhat difficult to sleep. After tossing some in the early morning hours – decided it was time to rise and shine (even though the sun had not.) My mind/brain kept … Continue reading
Posted in 2011 Out West Tour, Events, Family, Motorcycles
Tagged blessings, Grand Rapids, Iowa, Michigan, Muscatine, Numbers, peace
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
Long down coat–check; 2 layers under that–check; tall warm boots–check; scarf–check; Hood–check; Large goggle-like glasses–check (not for sun, but to reduce wind chill on face); Deer skin mittens–check. Yup, guess I’m now ready to walk outdoors to clear my head … Continue reading
Fall – 2010 – Lower Michigan
Leaves fall…Pine needles drop…Just like loosing a friend…Summer’s drawing to a close…Winter’s just around the bend! .
Picture of calm
Picturesque. Calm and serene. Untouched. Set apart from human spoiling. It’s amazing to me that the setting remains virtually the same whenever I return whether in 5, 10, or 20 years. Steadfast. Faithful. Vigilant winds toss young saplings and mature, … Continue reading
Jet Lag?
Is it possible to experience jet lag traveling from Michigan to Minnesota (duration 5 days) via an automobile? Boy, I sure feel it today! Regardless of the “where did March go while I was away?” feeling, Steve and I had … Continue reading