I may be dating myself here, but have you ever heard the old saying “You can’t make a silk purse out of a sows ear?” The meaning is somewhat self explanatory but let me explain what I am getting at with this analysis. A sow or pig’s ear is all …
I love this Prayer from John G. Whittier, that became a hymn when set to music by Frederick C. Maker in the mid 1800’s. Dear Lord and Father of mankind, Forgive our feverish ways! Re-clothe us in our rightful mind; In purer lives Thy service find, In deeper reverence, praise. …
Bless me Lord, along the way, As I begin another day. Bless my eyes that they may see The beauty that’s surrounding me. Bless my feet, that they may tread With courage, on the road ahead. Bless all the people that I love, And give them guidance from above. Not …
I have a friend who I love dearly. He and his partner have over the years built a beautiful farm near Perth just off highway seven. He has from time to time described himself as a spiritual person. I have pretty much given up trying to understand what he means …
