Happy first day of summer. When I think of summer nights there are two things that lay at its core...
Gardeners Touch Reflections
Where Grace Meets Growth
This is a sacred space where I share devotionals, nature-inspired reflections, liturgical meditations, and encouragement rooted in the Word.
Because I believe God is always inviting us to notice…to pause…to be nourished.
The garden’s simplicity is where I find solace and peace; it is where I think, where I forgive, where I challenge myself, and where I find inspiration to make the world a more beautiful place.
Our story of faith begins and ends in a garden, and in between are the simple and ordinary things of life that are planted, nurtured, and called to new life. Here, God is rooted deep in the center of my heart. Therefore, I seek to study His Word and let it take root in my soul, apply its Truth where I am, and share it in all I say and do. My opinions are one of many but authentically mine for my life’s path.
I believe gardening is a regenerative act of hope, love, and inspiration for the body, mind, and soul. When we are grounded in God’s goodness, truth & beauty, we learn to connect to a simpler, quieter life that our soul yearns for. The mountain moments, those sacred encounters with God, give us the strength to sustain us in the valley when life feels hard and ordinary.
So, enter through the garden gate and spend some time with me. May you find joy in your heart, peace in your soul, motivation for your journey, and inspiration to make your life and the world a more beautiful place.
FRONT PORCH FRIDAY |10 Questions For Your Father – Seeking The Man Behind Your Dad
Once a week I travel to visit my parents, a luxury I'm afforded in retirement. After witnessing...
ROOTED IN PRAYER | PRAYER FOR DADS
A Prayer for Dads on Father's Day Heavenly Father,Today we ask You to bless our earthly fathersfor...
MEDIA MONDAY | WHILE HE STILL KNOWS WHO i AM
Time is fleeting and doesn’t stand still. Embrace this man you call Dad.
FRONT PORCH FRIDAY | The Story of Kyle
Never underestimate the power of your actions. With one small gesture, you can change a person’s life.
DIGGING DEEPER | JOURNAL PROMPTS FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH
GIFTS FROM MY DAD Journaling our thoughts and experiences has a special way of helping us...
MEDIA MONDAY | GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS
“My income has not been large at any time due to impaired health in the earlier years which has followed me on until now. Although I must not fail to record here the unfailing faithfulness of a covenant-keeping God and that He has given me many wonderful displays of His providing care, for which I am filled with astonishing gratefulness.”
Rooted In Prayer | A Listening Heart
Lord, grant me a heart capable of hearing Your voice, a heart capable of listening and of...
Statue In The Window
Although there were many a conversation between my daughter and me regarding our lack of control over the weather on her wedding day, we were determined that we weren’t going to let it ruin the day. So, out came Mary.




