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Happy May! Here is a lilac stem for you. Not sure if this is the first or the last of the lilacs, as it is the only stem in bloom. Some of the branches did not survive the harsh winter. May the merry month of May be filled with an abundance of joy and song… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Time for blogging has been short due to extremely high productivity in other areas of life. Today’s post is a reminder of what God considers important. All widows are to be cared for, no matter how rich or poor. Caring for widows not only means doing oil changes and lawn mowing, but it also means… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I saw white through the blinds this morning and said “That’s not white, that’s not what I think it is.” Yep. It was exactly what I thought – another round of Pond’s Cold Cream moisturizing the ground. Snow here’s to another definition of How You Know It’s Monday. 😀 Lawn mowing company will not be̷... mehr auf joyreturns.com
With all the insanity going on in the world, I figured today was a good day to repost this photo. May you overflow with hope this week. 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… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I’ve been watching for the gladiolus to burst forth from the ground. On Tuesday, it started coming up. The gladiolus is special because in October 2023, it bloomed for the second time that year. It was just after Mom went on hospice. I took it as a sign of comfort and reassurance from God that… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Good Morning. Hopefully, you had a great day celebrating Jesus’ resurrection yesterday. I did not have a post planned for today but upon walking through the dining room on the way to get water for my Keurig, I saw this: Yes, that is snow. big fluffy flakes furiously floating through the air to the ground.… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
HE IS RISEN! The stone was rolled away and the tomb was found empty. The empty tomb is definitive proof that joy returns in the morning. For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime.Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning. Psalm 30:5 (ESV) HE IS RISEN, INDEED!… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Here we are, the day in between Good Friday and Easter. We know we are waiting for tomorrow, the celebration of Jesus walking out of the tomb. His followers waited and mourned. Waiting for what they did not know, because how could a dead man rebuild a temple? Especially in only 3 days. Wait on… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Jesus endured this for you and me. Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Eighteen years ago today, Joe literally gave his heart to another man. It was his wish. He signed up for organ donation when he renewed his driver’s license about a year before his passing. Joe was happier than a kid on Christmas Day when he showed me his new license. In honor of his wish… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I’ve had this photo on my mind for weeks. Finally able to get it done but not as envisioned. Smiley Simone was supposed to be hanging from the tall loop on the gate, and not the little thingy on the side. Hopefully, this series brought smiles to your faces and shows that while it is… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Today marks the last weekend of month in which Joe passed. As another anniversary month has almost gone, joy and grief have coexisted beautifully. Yes, there have been moments of grief, but they have been just that – moments. Moments of grief after eighteen years is normal. What is not normal is wallowing in your… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
First dandelion of the year! On this day the Lord has made, we will rejoice and be glad not only for the day but for the dandelion as well, for God made them too. According to a master gardener on Youtube, their roots crush clay and turn it into good soil. I love how the… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
The crocuses finally bloomed. Smiley Simone is also happy she did not miss their blooming. Crocuses are a thing of beauty. Thank you, God, for creating them. The words on the stamp are from John Keats’ famous poem from Endymion. I have included the full sentence below the stamp. Additionally, if you click on Keats’… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Here is an Irish blessing in honor of Joe’s ancestors, who came from Ireland. May you always walk in sunshine, May you never want for more, May Irish angels rest their wings right beside your door. Irish Blessing This blessing is on a journal I found while cleaning out my bookshelves over the weekend. Oh,… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
May your heart be filled with joy because you trust and see God working in your life. Because of this, may you burst out in song. Praying you have a blessed week. 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… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Weekend Wisdom was almost cancelled because I have been ill all week. Last weekend’s time change did not help, but it was not the sole cause of my illness. However, cancelling Weekend Wisdom would defeat the purpose of showing that joy and pain can coexist. Joyful living can be challenging when you are sick or… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
When grief causes your life to feel empty and barren, be like Habakkuk and trust in God even during your suffering or times of confusion. Habakkuk lived in Judah, a morally bankrupt and violent region (hmmm…sound familiar?). His heart was filled with grief. So he took his questions and complaints to God. God assured him… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Every Saturday this month, you will find a quote about joy. Sunday’s posts will be scripture. Smiley Simone will make an appearance in those posts. She was a gift from Joe’s family for my birthday several years ago. You never know where she will pop up; maybe she will go to church with me on… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Look what the Lord has made that sprung up in my yard on Tuesday! Daffodils. Spring is coming. Although this week it feels like it is here. We’ll see how long it lasts. March is not over yet. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her adventures,… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I had hoped to publish a picture of today’s Blood Moon but the clouds clouded my view. Also, freezing drizzle prevented me from driving somewhere that might be a little less cloudy. So here is a photo of a prior eclipse. The white & gray blob on the right is the pole on my front… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Now that the calendar page has turned to March, that means another anniversary of Joe moving to heaven. I decided the theme for Weekend Wisdom would be quotes and scripture about joy. Because joy and grief can co-exist. Am I still grieving 18 years later? No. But it would be nice to have someone in… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Are you disappointed in the outcome of the election yesterday? May you find comfort and joy in Psalm 63, (Bible Gateway Link), which was my Bible reading for this morning. The book I am using is Dane Ortlund’s In The Lord I Take Refuge, as there is commentary after each Psalm. Psalm 63 My Soul… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Last year this time, I was commuting back and forth to Mom’s house thankful that the Lake Effect Snow Machine was quiet. Well, its not been quiet this year. Here are some pictures taken after the last couple snow storms. These pictures are of the woods behind the house and do not include the big… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
It’s a cold, bleary, and dreary sunrise today. Temps are not supposed to dip into the single digits overnight for at least a week. WooHoo! Been up since 4:30, doing devotions and Bible reading plan, and memorizing a verse. I learned something new about the verse. Will share that tomorrow. In the meantime, I think… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
What better time than Lent to “fan into flame the gift of God.” 6 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, 7 for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. Flame Photo by Jordon Connor on Unsplash.com ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Yesterday, I finished a study entitled Arise, A study on the book of Nehemiah by The Daily Grace Co. Since Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem’s wall, I decided to read the book of Ezra. He is the one who rebuilt the Temple. Both Ezra and Nehemiah were praying men. I had to chuckle when reading the last… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
I know it is February 28, but we are still celebrating Valentine’s Day. Here is a lovely message from Jesus in the Gospel of Mark, from when He walked on water. 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… ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Susan B. Hambley Nature Center 5:20p.m. on Tuesday February 20th: Temperature – 72 degrees. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She shares her widowhood adventures hoping to encourage widows to move through grief and rebuild their lives. A graduate of Kent State University with... mehr auf joyreturns.com
The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions. Proverbs 28:1New Living Translation(NLT) Joe’s favorite color was beige. Yep! I told him beige was boring. He said he was just a boring guy. I told him he was NOT boring. Beige is a neutral that compliments every color which is why... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Nahum is one of the Bible’s minor prophets. The book of Nahum tells the story of the Lord’s anger at and the eventual destruction of Nineveh. The city was wicked and filled with oppression, cruelty and idolatry. In this book are words that change how I look at clouds. Whether on a bright sunny day… Or on a dark stormy... mehr auf joyreturns.com
For those of you who have a dog in your life, spoil them rotten today. I miss my Rommie, my golden girl. Also for those of you who do not have dogs, this quote is the truth. Those of you who do have dogs already know this wisdom. “If you think dogs can’t count, try putting three dog biscuits in... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Here are scriptures to help you deal with the panic that is gripping our country. Yes, we were given self-control. That is why people are buying up toilet paper. Am I panicked over this situation – no. I am living my life as normal, getting up stumbling across the hall and working my virtual logistics job, walking across the yard... mehr auf joyreturns.com
A review of Jen Wilkin’s book None Like Him, 10 Ways God Is Different From Us (and why that is a good thing) is coming this Tuesday. In the meantime here is a quote from the book to give you something to think about until then. Bio: Michele Kearns is the founder and HUG© (Hope Unites Globally) Award-Winner of JoyReturns. She sh... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Time for the history buff in me to emerge. I was always curious about the song To Anacreon In Heaven (British drinking song) so I decided to research and publish the lyrics this weekend. You already know the tune but more about that tomorrow. Anacreon was an ancient Greek lyric poet. ( born c. 582 BCE – died c. 485) Unfort... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Dawn’s early light is breaking here in Northeast Ohio at the time this post is published. Here is a little wisdom courtesy of Francis Scott Key, with the help of a trio of cowboys. I almost did not post anything today as I could not find any poem, quote or scripture that spoke to me. Then I remembered this video... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Welcome! For today’s Historical Weekend Wisdom I’ve selected a poem by Samuel Adams, one of our founding fathers. He was elected to the Massachusetts General Assembly in 1765 where he served as clerk for years and was the first to propose a Continental Congress. He is one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. He was not kno... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Not to thrilled about doing housework after a long week at work? Then follow legendary comedienne Phyllis Diller’s advice. Housework can’t kill you, but why take a chance? Phyllis Diller Drop by tomorrow for the finale of the funny quotes I found at BrainyQuote.com The Legal Pad: All links in this series are non-affiliate. Bio: Michele ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Welcome to the weekend! Hope your Saturday is filled with lots of wonderful memories. “Say to this mountain, Move from here to there, and it will move.” Matthew 17:20 The following are verses mentioned in the Day 14 devotion Speak to the Mountain in Mark Batterson’s Draw the Circle, The 40 Prayer Challenge Speak these words to the... mehr auf joyreturns.com
Happy Saturday and Happy Sweetest Day! We are experiencing our first taste of cold weather as temperatures dipped into the 30’s overnight. Currently, at 6:45 a.m., it is a “balmy” 35 degrees. Boy does it feel wonderful to hold a hot coffee mug, a mug that seems hotter than normal. Today’s post is based on the devotion Sow A ... mehr auf joyreturns.com
