Roughly between the years 1640 and 1807, at least 12 million African people were enslaved and taken to the Americas, and at least a third of them were taken in British ships. It is estimated that Britain transported 3.1 million Africans to the British colonies in the Caribbean, North and South America and to […]
Read More...When you look at the other individuals in this series—people who had a passion to make the world a better place—all believed so strongly in their cause that they let nothing stand in their way. They stayed focused. That’s what it takes to make a difference. It takes persistence, despite repeated obstacles. William Wilberforce had […]
Read More...But is bad always ugly? There’s a beauty in all stages we might find ourselves in. Treat yourself with gentle compassion. Love yourself. God does.
Read More...BUBBLES It takes a child to let it all out.
Read More...Scrawny and mangy, and yet there’s love. The love of a mother for her young one.
Read More...By the time my mom ended up in a care home, she had forgotten the many crochet stitches she used to be so good at. But she felt lost no longer having the hobby she had so loved. With great effort, she did re-learn the granny stitch, and once she did she seldom stopped […]
Read More...You may have noticed, I’m starting to run out of words. But I have thousands of photos I’d like to share. I hope you’re OK with that. At the age I’ve now reached, I would really like to share some of my pictures–perhaps including a story or two. My husband and I traveled to the […]
Read More...“‘The LORD is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I hope in Him!’” Lamentations 3:24
Read More...AMARYLLIS Flower of the Season Are you growing one too? Don’t forget to look up close.
Read More...Dear readers, I need to tell you that there will probably be some changes in the material I send you, although—depending on where God takes me–maybe not. I’ve learned that God never lets you know where he’s taking you, it’s always a surprise. That’s the fun part of being a believer and a follower. […]
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