Tucked into the nooks and crannies of our countryside there is an abundance of beautiful places to explore. Even in an age of travel blogs, tourism webpages, and GPS directions it takes a bit of an adventurous spirit to enjoy the less traveled roads. You have to be willing to traverse a bit of the … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: blessing
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In Awe and Wonder: promise
Have you ever been fascinated by the swing of a pendulum or found yourself mesmerized by “perpetual motion toys” as a child (or as an adult, if we’re being honest)? The “Drinking Bird,” Newton’s Cradle, Spinning Top, and the Gyroscope to name a few! Not only did these toys captivate our attention, we also learned … Continue reading In Awe and Wonder: promise
In awe and wonder: hidden
Have you ever let your mind wander into what Eden would have been like… if the goodness of creation in Genesis chapters 1 and 2 remained and the fall never happened? Yesterday I wrote that it is often difficult to stop and see creation without the shadow of sin darkening the view. And while I … Continue reading In awe and wonder: hidden
In awe and wonder: Creation
"I made this!” Speaking honestly, there isn’t much in life that I’ve created that has given me great joy. Or perhaps it's more accurate to say there isn't much in life I've created that has given me lasting joy. Very limited times that my culinary creations or writing pieces have me saying, “Wow, that is … Continue reading In awe and wonder: Creation