Mary’s Monday Musings to Quilt Encouragement Take Jesus’ Hand The young father and his little daughter stood at the top of the escalator. In spite of his firm grip on her small hand, she pulled back from the step, her reluctance reflected in her wide eyes. Daddy spoke in a low encouraging voice, but

Mary’s Monday Musings to Quilt Encouragement Kamikaze Cars   Three kiddy carts careened crazily around the back yard as four to six year olds steered them. Those of us trying to snap a few pictures needed quick reflexes to jump aside and avoid getting bumped. Laughter rang as the little ones braked, backed and darted

Mary’s Monday Musings to Quilt Encouragement   Use it or lose it.   Our 3 year old great grandchild, Nora, becomes so excited when we are able to travel to her city to visit her. When she sees us, she calls our names and claps her hands. She jumps up and down, and throws her

Mary’s Monday Musings to Quilt Encouragement. Saved by the Savior         Easter time is a good time to recall a merciful rescue. My husband was alone at a pier where a submarine was under construction. Between below freezing temperatures, a bitter wind, and the dark of night he looked forward to reaching the relative warmth

Mary’s Monday Musings to Quilt Encouragement I’m posting this early, in order to visit with you before the joyful celebration of Palm Sunday Palm Trees             What do you think of when you think of palm trees? My first thought is sunny beaches, gentle waves, and the dream of relaxing in a warm tropical climate.

Mary’s Monday Musings to Quilt Encouragement Blood is Thicker             What a joy it is to visit our widely scattered grown children and their families. We recently had the pleasure of visiting our Texas branch. I was delighted to sit and feast my eyes on each one doing the normal routines of their days. Our

Mary’s Monday Musings.   Encourage Friendship   Family and friends—the greatest of  life’s riches. Don’t you agree?  Loving relationships surpass even marvelous events, exciting experiences, and financial wealth. The first two are fleeting and the last can also vanish in a flash or weigh one down with concerns. But nourished friendships can last a lifetime

Mary’s Monday Musings Whether the Weather             The predictions were dire. Snow, freezing rain, icy roads, hazardous driving conditions. Not what you want to hear when embarking on a 1,500 mile drive. Since it was winter, we had thought it prudent to plot a southern route for our drive to a conference in Austin, Texas,

Mary’s Monday Musings Daddy Protection             Daddy and baby were enjoying one another Sunday Morning. Daddy held his baby in a standing position with his two big hands firmly around the 9 month old baby’s middle. When his young little knees buckled, Daddy’s hands kept him from falling. When the active baby leaned far to