For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jer. 29:11 NIV) In my last blog, I talked about my husband’s medical condition at present.  Bruce is at home now recovering from Open Heart Surgery.  He is recovering well, but it is a difficult journey; physically and emotionally. In the not too distant future, Bruce will again be faced with…..

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In Nov. 2013, I published “Our Father: A Personal Journey of Discovery into the Lord’s Prayer.” As you tackle your Christmas Gift List this year, may I suggest you consider this book. It’s available from me directly, Religious Book and Bible House on Thorburn Rd., St. John’s, at www.westbowpress.com, or through major online bookstores. A deeper understanding of the Lord’s Prayer has been life-changing for me personally, and I desire to share that experience with others as well. If you…..

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A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22 NIV) Today’s Scripture may seem a little strange for me to write about given the present challenges in my life.  Several months ago, quite unexpectedly, it was discovered that my husband, Bruce, had a birth defect in his heart.  Until then, we knew nothing of this problem.  It caught us completely by surprise and immediately changed our whole life.  He has had some health…..

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