Chaos, Construction & Cats

One of these things just doesn't belong.  

The CATS would say it's the first two!  They're not fans of guests in general, but guests with hammers and power tools . . .

Ode to Danny

Who would have thought I'd be singing my cousin Danny's praises!  Certainly not any of my relatives who witnessed the teasing I over-reacted to endured when we were kids.  Even he, when asked if I had named my son, Daniel, after him, said "No, I was too mean to her."

As adults, we get along just fine.  (It's amazing what a little maturity will do.)  Of course, he earns big points for stopping by to visit with Mom and Dad, often with donuts!  But when he showed up the other day and announced that he was putting in the windows, I think I actually squealed for joy!  It almost, ALMOST, makes up for the torture.  (But don't tell HIM that.)

Let the fun begin!

Another Thanksgiving Song . . .

because I enjoyed this one so much I just had to share it.  And because . . .

Everyday is a day of thanksgiving.
God's been so good to me,
Everyday He's blessing me.
Everyday is a day of thanksgiving;
Take the time to glorify the Lord today.

He keeps blessing me, blessing me;
He opens my eyes that I might see,
He's blessing me.
He keeps blessing me, blessing me.
Take the time to glorify the Lord today.

He keeps blessing me, blessing me . . .


Take the time to glorify the Lord, today.

Sunday's Song - Thanksgiving Song

I've often wondered why the tradition of carols for Christmas never really spilled over into any other major holidays.  I would love to hear more Easter songs.  After all, without the Resurrection, Christmas is almost pointless really.

And Thanksgiving songs?  Few and far between.  I did find a few gems, however.  Like this one.

A Review

In the previous post, I shared about our quilt group's field trip to La Conner's Quilt Museum.  Today, I'd like to share my thoughts about the exhibit itself.

Field Trip!

This past Sunday, some members of our quilting group took a little trip up to La Conner, WA, to see the current exhibit called Material Men.  (I'll share more about the exhibit in my next post.)

It was cold and rainy outside, but inside this beautiful Victorian era mansion, we were quite comfortable.  There were three floors of amazing quilts, countless rooms filled with period furnishings, and two very friendly staff members to make us feel welcome.

Afterwards, we headed over to Dawn's.  She lives far enough away from the rest of us that most of us have never been to her place before.  She treated us to a little show-n-tell, a cozy time of fellowship and . . .

dessert!

Sunday's Song

This week's piece is a beautiful arrangement of a Salvation Army hymn.  

1.
Life is a journey; long is the road,
And when the noontide is high
Souls that are weary faint 'neath their load,
Long for the waters, and cry:

Chorus
The well is deep and I require
A draught of the water of life,
But none can quench my soul's desire
For a draught of the water of life;
Till one draws near who the cry will heed,
Helper of men in their time of need,
And I, believing, find indeed
That Christ is the water of life.

2.
Life is a seeking, life is a quest,
Eager and longing desire;
Unto the true things, unto the best,
Godward our spirits aspire.

3.
Life is a finding; vain wand'rings cease
When from the Saviour we claim
All we have longed for, solace and peace,
And we have life in his name.


On a technical note, I would love some feedback on how this Spotify play button works for you.  Especially if you don't already use Spotify.  I hope you'll leave me a comment.