“The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou hearest the sound there of but canst tell whither it cometh or whither it goeth” John 3:8. Here is the NIV translation–it’s a little easier to understand: “The wind blows where it wants to. You hear its sound, but you don’t know where it comes from or…
Ancient Baskets
Years ago, way before refrigeration, baskets like this hung from the ceilings of the homes in Cyprus. Perishable food items were stored there safely away from mice and critters, maybe even snakes. You will find them now as interesting artifacts and decor hanging from the ceilings of many mountain restaurants.
The Light Without… Within…
It is hard to believe this photo is from an island in the Mediterranean Sea! Here we are on the top of the Troodos mountains on the way to a quaint village called Kakopetria. The sunshine reflecting on the snow stung our eyes but was so glorious… I felt like I was in Colorado! When…
A Place by the Fire…
There is just something about a warm fire on a cold evening… Friends in the exchange of interesting conversation… And good food and drink That just warms the cockles of the heart… way down to the toes!
Ancient Beads
As I travel internationally, I am always on the lookout for bead stores. And I am especially scouting out antique beads. I buy them and make jewellery. Last spring in a quaint, off-the-road antique store in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I found ancient amber and silver beads and handcrafted Stars of David. In Israel, I found…
Here on the Mountain…
Rain is a precious commodity anywhere but especially in Cyprus. Last week we had a steady stream of sprinkling from heaven that soaked the ground and filled our hearts with joy at the same time. Every time we visit Cyprus we find ourselves joining the locals’ prayers for rain. The land is so dry right now,…
21!
Last evening, we drove to the port city of Limassol and celebrated our daughter’s 21st birthday. We had Lebanese food and then on to Starbuck’s and a walk on the beach. Songs of joy and birthday tunes… Here’s her buddies. As a mother, it is very bittersweet to have a child turn 21. I have…
Photo Fusion…
“And he gave me teaching, saying to me, Keep my words in your heart; keep my rules so that you may have life:” (Proverbs 4:4).
Snow and Sea
One of the things I love most about Cyprus is the variety in terrain. It is easy to drive from mountain peaks to shore line in a short time. Last Saturday, we were on top of the Troodos mountains playing in the snow, and Sunday looking out upon the ancient port city, Paphos. This is…
Imperishable Ornaments
I love all of this! Balance my life, Lord, to an eternal perspective. Help me discern what is important and not important according to heavenly vision. Help me show your glory to the world through what you have made me on the inside and not what I present on the outside. “Instead of that, it…
Bonnie Saul Wilks 