Living close to God is like eating summer tomatoes all year long!
Author: maflake
I am a retired middle school media specialist, a writer, a wife and mother, a runner, a reader, a gardener and a seeker of God. I live in an antebellum home in Northwest Georgia with my husband.
Can you read the signs?
I was hanging out a few t-shirts on the clothesline Saturday afternoon when two motorcycles came roaring down our quiet country lane. Wait for it, I told myself, and sure enough, as I picked up my basket a few minutes later and headed for the house, here they came, barreling back. Obviously, the riders hadn’t… Continue reading Can you read the signs?
Following
We can put so much emphasis on being a leader in our families, churches, and communities that we sometimes forget the importance of being a follower. Last week I was a follower, and I learned some lessons. I was with a group from my church, First Baptist in Dalton, building the framework for a house… Continue reading Following
Tender Shoots
Like my baby trees, children need patience, attention and someone to believe in them.
Stretching Out Our Roots
It’s the time of year when I go a little crazy at the garden centers. I drool over all the beautiful flowers and buy too many. I spent all last week planting and now I love the color that is popping up in my yard! I have two Christmas Cacti that I bring outside when… Continue reading Stretching Out Our Roots
Under the Magnolia Tree 