Tag: photography

Bethel

The Hebrew name, Bethel, comes from two words: Beit meaning “house” and El meaning “God.” As a compound word, Bethel becomes “House of God.” This word has become so popular over the years that it almost seems like an English word now. Many churches or ministries have used it to title their calling or vision….

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Bears Repetition

“repeat the sounding joy” refuses to be packed away with tinsel  

‘… far as the curse is found… ‘

“Joy to the World” is an enduringly beautiful Christmas carol, written in 1719 by English writer, Isaac Watts. Lowell Mason in 1939 adapted the lyrics and put them to music. It is believed that he arranged an old melody written originally by Handel. The words encourage my faith each season. Joy to the world! the…

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Holocaust Survivor Super Hero

I found this interest post over at Blather. Wince. Repeat. about a 91-year-old Holocaust survivor who was depressed, so her French photographer son, Sacha Goldberg, decided to cheer her up.

Kansas City Autumn

We recently spent a long weekend in Kansas City. The fall colors blazed in the neighborhoods, side streets, downtown area, and communities. What a treat. Each street or tree seemed prettier than the next…

The Peaceful Plain

Yesterday we left early in the morning and drove to Kansas City, MO. I getting up in the dark and starting a new trip, especially by car.

Pouring out Glories…

My hubby and I scooted out the door early this morning and drove to Starbuck’s for a cup of morning joe. It was morning twilight when we left — the gray time before the sun rays hit the horizon. We drove in sleepy silence, but when they started serving the coffee and we sat down,…

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