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This is one of my favorite shots of the full moon. It was a Supermoon back in 2012. Photos I took today will be on this coming weekend’s posts. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her adventures, hoping to inspire widows to move through grief and… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Moreover, the light of the moon will be as the light of the sun, and the light of the sun will be sevenfold, as the light of seven days, in the day when the Lord binds up the brokenness of his people, and heals the wounds inflicted by his blow. Isaiah 30:25 (ESV) Are you ready for… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised! Psalm 113:3 (ESV) No filters or overlays on this photo. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her adventures, hoping to inspire widows to move through grief and rebuild their lives.R... mehr auf joyreturns.com
In celebration of the Solar Eclipse on Monday, we will be looking at Bible verses about the moon and/or sun. Also, there will be pictures of the moon from past posts. And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
WELCOME TO APRIL! I am thankful for a new day, a new week, and a new month filled with new mercies. What are you thankful for? May April shower us with an abundance of God’s blessings. Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.23 They are new every morning; ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Tadaaaaaaaaaa – heute ist nun der große Tag! Vor sage und schreibe 8 Jahren habe…... mehr auf aks-stempelwerk.bastelblogs.de
I grew up in a Christian house and went to church with numerous relatives because I am related to 5 founding members. John 3:16 was drilled into my head from a very, very young age. 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.... mehr auf joyreturns.com
This is me yesterday after arriving back home from a birthday party. Sunroof open, driver’s and passenger side windows down for the hour and 20 minutes drive. Temperature in the 80’s with lots of sun. Life felt normal. The drive did my mental self good as did being around Joe’s family. Here’s hoping you have a day where all ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Here’s to a healthy, joy-filled and prosperous New Year for We The People. May you have eyes to see the joy in life and the courage to scatter joy to others in your little corner of the world. God Bless You. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her widowhood advent... mehr auf joyreturns.com
It is important to keep learning as you move forward through life. Learn by reading books, taking online courses, watching Youtube videos or attending in-person classes (if available). The number one skill I recommend you learn this year is gardening, even if it is just one tomato plant in a pot on your patio or some basil, mint or other... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Welcome July. Hope all is well with you and your family, my dear readers. Here is the verse of the day from the YouVersion Bible app. I thought it would be a good thing for us to practice this verse this month. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and... mehr auf joyreturns.com
My computer is acting up, so a very brief post from my phone. Romans 15:13 is one of my favorite verses. May it always speak to you.... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I was reading James a few weeks ago and when I read James 1:1 a lightbulb appeared over my head. So I said “Well, I do not need to read anymore for today.” Yep, my Bible reading consisted of one verse. James 1:1 states: 1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ,… James 1:1 (NIV) Then it dawned on... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Aktuell dreht sich hier ja alles ein bißchen um das Thema „Geburtstag“ und feiern.Vielleicht kennt…... mehr auf aks-stempelwerk.bastelblogs.de
This quote that is attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson perfectly sums up my definition of success. To laugh often and much: To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children, to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Over the years people have emailed or commented that they wish they had my faith. Well, my faith has been pretty weak. Oh I’ve understood John 3:16 since I was a kid. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Welcome to the Bloganuary challenge where WordPress bloggers are encouraged and challenged to post every day. Doing so gets us off to a good start in developing a writing habit, something my regular readers know I need. Also, check out my photo blog OgleOhio, as I will also be publishing there too. Since there are… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
This line from the Garth Brooks song The Thunder Rolls was a good way to describe last night. All photos taken with my Motorola Z3. Then among the birdies chirping and doing their best aeronautic maneuvers, the tornado sirens went off. I flew through the house briefly pausing at the kitchen window and noticed the trees standing still before proceed... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I am currently on a 3-week unpaid leave of absence so posts will be sporadic. More info to come later. Here is what is in my reading tote bag. From top to bottom: Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her adventures hoping to inspire widows to move through grief... mehr auf joyreturns.com
As we head into the holiday season, may we remember and live out these words during this chaotic time. Then maybe, the habit will flow into the new year. My son, be attentive to my words; incline your ear to my sayings.21 Let them not escape from your sight; keep them within your heart.22 For ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
(Note: I toyed with calling this post The Turd Worst Week of My Life.) This last week was the third worst week of my life, behind the first two weeks after Joe’s passing. Ohio’s wonderful weather has kept me mostly indoors which does not help anyone’s mood. A small change was implemented that left me… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Photography was my hobby before Joe and I became a couple. Then after our wedding things changed. Joe watched a lot of TV and wanted me to do what he was doing – so I watched a lot of TV with him. Then when he passed I had trouble figuring out who I was as a single person. One day... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Ohio, like most of the country, is in the grip of snow and bitter cold temps. We are to get at least 5 – 9 inches within 36 hours. The snow from previous storms has not melted yet, so there is a base of about 3 inches. It is Monday night at 6:58 p.m. when I put the finishing touches... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! In honor of the Kearns ancestors who came here from Ireland, here is the official Irish blessing of JoyReturns: Please enjoy celebrating this day in moderation. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her widowhood adventures hoping to inspire widow... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Does it feel like you’ve been in a war with the grief monster ever since your spouse passed away and left you alone? Well of course it does. However, you live in the United States of America. You live in the best country for widows to move forward with life. You have freedom and opportunities women in other countries are... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! In honor of the Kearns ancestors who came here from Ireland, here is the official Irish blessing of JoyReturns: Please enjoy celebrating this day in moderation. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her widowhood adventures hoping to inspire widow... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Now if God made the clouds so beautiful, did He not mean us to gaze upon them and be thankful for them? Did He not wish to remind us that there is something heavenly above us, beyond the reach of our present sordid lives? ~Alfred Rowland, “The Clouds: God’s Angels of the Sea,” in The Sunday… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Even Jesus stormed the bastille. Every demon He drove out, every illness He cured, every lame person He restored, and every sin He forgave was a bastille (prison) where a person was being jailed. Jesus set them free from their prison. However, the ultimate storming took place when He hung on the cross, shedding His… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
May you find peace in the stars or in the twinkling of tree lights. May a river of peace flow through your year no matter what 2023 brings. HAPPY NEW YEAR! Yes, Peace is my word for 2023. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her adventures hoping to… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Wishing you and your family a blessed Christmas Day filled with singing and rejoicing as you “Thank God for his gift that words can’t describe!” ( 2 Corinthians 9:15) Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her adventures to inspire widows as they move through grief. Mich... mehr auf joyreturns.com
It never crossed my mind to pick a 2024 word of the year. Normally I think or am on the look-out for a word starting in September/October, but not this year. The last three months were more chaotic in part because of a bacterial infection. It definitely was bacterial as a 10-day dose of antibiotics helped.… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Weekend Wisdom is taking a vacation from Saturday, August 5 until Saturday, September, September 7, 2023. It is time to step back and do more reading and planning for a possible “31 Days of” series here and on Ogle Ohio (photoblog). Enjoy these Hot August Nights – and days. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG©… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
These words from the Christmas carol O Holy Night, seemed appropriate for this post. The first snowstorm of the winter whipped through here last night turning my yard into a winter wonderland in less than 12 hours. I went to bed about 9:30 last night and at 5 a.m. I awoke to about 5 inches of snow. These photos were... mehr auf joyreturns.com
My vision has always been to provide you with inspiration and encouragement to move forward with your life; whether it comes from an adventure I’ve had, sharing a book I read or just my opinion. Well the newest topic I’ve been learning about during the last 5 month’s is prepping. It is extremely fascinating learning about off-grid... mehr auf joyreturns.com
This is the second post in the Living A Joyful Life series. You can read the first one here. Once you are experiencing your high from exercising, read your Bible. Read life giving words. My current favorite verse is: But you, O Lord, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high. Psalm 3:3New... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Sorry it’s been quiet here lately other than Weekend Wisdom posts. I’ve been struggling with writing and wrapping my head around this bizarre life we are temporarily living. I’ve also spending a lot of time editing pictures for the Stay @ Home series on OgleOhio. I will have some thoughts about current circumstances next week. In ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Gerade habe ich noch getönt, dass ich noch nicht bereit bin für den Herbst und…... mehr auf aks-stempelwerk.bastelblogs.de
Hier mussten schnell mal ein paar herbstliche Goodies her…Kein Problem mit meiner tollen Häuser-Vorlage von…... mehr auf aks-stempelwerk.bastelblogs.de
Here is a gift idea for a friend or family member on your Christmas list, or for you to put on your own Christmas list. “My power over you grows stronger yet.” Sung by the Phantom in the title song The Phantom of the Opera from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical The Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber Symphonic Suites... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Yesterday morning I opened my NIV Bible and found myself reading Isaiah 42: Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the nations. Isaiah 42:1 (NIV) Not only did I find comfort in the first eight verses but I was intrigued to learn more about... mehr auf joyreturns.com
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