Praise is powerful! When Scottish pastor Robert Murray McCheyne was troubled with a coldness of heart toward the things of the Lord, he would sing the praises of God until he felt revived in his spirit. Those in his household were often able to tell what hour he awoke because he began the day with a psalm of praise. One …

I’m finally finished developing all those photos from the Scotland/Spain trip and stuffing them into albums. Thought I’d post a few favorites here before tucking those memories away… Spent my last day on the Isle of Mull here at Duart Castle. Legend has it that the laird of this castle, incensed by his barren wife, rowed her out to a tiny island and her left …

Just finished It Happened at the Fair by Deeanne Gist. Now getting ready to read Kristen Heitzmann’s The Rose Legacy. What are you reading right now?

By the Millpond, Henry John Yeend King 1855-1924

While I was in Scotland recently I came across this little lame lamb trying to keep up with its mother. He kept bleating as if telling her to wait for him. Something was wrong with its leg and he could only go for short stretches, limping all the way. I felt so sorry for him. I wanted to rescue him but lambs …

Rolled into St. Lou about ten o’clock Saturday night and enjoyed a steamy 97 degrees… One of the best things about these book events is dressing up and being girly…! Right across the street was the conference center where the International Christian Retail Show was held… Meals and desserts are always such a treat…and Starbucks was right in the lobby… …

I’m packing for St. Louis this week to attend the International Christian Retail Show and the Christy Awards. St. Lou is a such an interesting, historic city. I was there a couple of years ago for a book event and especially enjoyed the museum beneath the arch and the wonderful dinner I had at Ruth’s Chris steakhouse/restaurant among other things. …

In honor of June brides, this wedding dress is circa 1877. Exquisite veil! Pinterest continues to provide endless inspiration…

Roses ~ Granada, Spain ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ REMEMBER THAT YOU LIVE IN a fallen world: an abnormal world tainted by sin. Much frustration and failure result from your seeking perfection in this life. There is nothing perfect in this world except Me. That is why closeness to Me satisfies deep yearnings and fills you with joy. I have planted longing for perfection …

One of the most remarkable things about Scotland is its wealth of free museums. I enjoyed them so much but the Georgian House (which isn’t free but very worthwhile) was my favorite in Edinburgh itself. Located in Charlotte Square, the premiere place to live in New Town Edinburgh in the 18th-century/Georgian era, it’s been meticulously restored and opened to the …