Real Stuff

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day has dawned. It was a busy holiday weekend, but the opportunity to spend time with family is priceless. Time, distance and busy schedules keep family and friends apart for too long. Nothing is more important than the love we share with one another. Phone calls, letters and gifts are nice, but the real stuff is face to face, hugs, laughter and them seeing the love in your eyes as you say the words. Your presence in their life is more valuable than all the gifts in the world. My capture is the sunset as I returned home last night. Love letters in the sky. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Sacrifice

Good Morning Everyone.  It is Memorial Day. A day set aside to honor those who gave their life so that we could enjoy the freedom that we all take for granted today. A simple thank you will not replace the life or the sorrow and pain suffered by the mothers, fathers and children of those lost in battle. The next time you voice your opinion or complain about our country, remember those that died so that you have that right. Speak a little softer. Be a little kinder. Spread love and kindness instead of hate and bitterness. Make a difference in our world. Share your heart 💓 and Shine Bright.

Simple Pleasures

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day is underway. Warm temperatures and Southern humidity greet me as I step outside to feel the day. It is funny how you forget that everything is wet first thing in the morning. Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending the Sweet 16th birthday party of my granddaughters friend. Times have changed, but fun and friendship was shared. Watching them enjoy and celebrate life was good for my soul. Life throws you gut punch, twist and turns, yet we move on and find joy in the simple pleasures of life. Look for the things that make you smile and remember God’s promise of everlasting life. We will meet again, if you believe. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Laughter

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day is underway. I stayed up late visiting, so I slept in a little. It was comforting to have family close by again and feel the laughter and love of children. One of the things I miss most when my children grew up and left home was the joy and laughter that bounced off the walls and filled my heart. Visiting with children and grandchildren brings back the memories of old and makes new ones to cherish. God gives us these precious angels to love, lead and help Him watch over for only a short while. Cherish those you love and let them know how important they are to you. Make beautiful memories today and always. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Family

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day is underway. It is 70 degrees, the birds are singing and a slight breeze greets me as I step outside. It was a long trip to get here, but the years melted away as I talked and visited with my granddaughter. It is amazing how bonds built early with love are held firm through time and memories. God gives us precious family and friends to walk with us on our journey. Hold tight to threads that bind us together and never take for granted the hearts capacity to love. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Hearts

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day is dawning as I await a flight to Atlanta and a new adventure. I am traveling to see a precious granddaughter and it has been too long between visits. God gives us family and hearts to hold dear. Along the journey of life, we pick up more hearts and friends who become family. Hold your loved ones dear and make beautiful memories to last a lifetime. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Believe

Good Morning Everyone! It is a beautiful cool morning as I step out to feel and smell the new day.  Partly cloudy skies hide the mountain from view. Birds are singing and the wind races through the trees. There are a lot of things in this world hidden from view, yet we still believe they exist. Having faith is believing in something you can’t see or touch. I see God’s face and love every time I look at his beautiful creations. He is a whisper in the wind, the brilliance of a sunrise and the peace in a sunset. His promise is held in our hearts. If you want to see God, look into the eyes of someone you love. God created each of us with loving care. Treat each other with kindness,  have faith and believe. His promise awaits. Share Your Heart ❤ and Shine Bright. 

Trials

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day has dawned. Color filled the sky to announce the arrival of the new day. My head has been heavy with seasonal allergies and my words have not wanted to flow, but my heart is still filled with a love for the beauty that surrounds us and a joy for life. The trials of health and life may slow us down, but God is right there beside us. We only have to reach out and lay our burdens in His hands as we heal our bodies and hearts. Feed your mind and heart with God’s words and put a song in your heart. Let your light shine. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Light

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day is underway. I walked a little on the property yesterday and captured some more of God’s little messengers of hope and love. The sunshine felt good on my face and lifted my spirits. The beauty in nature reminds me every day of God’s great love for us. Spread a little love and kindness as you go about your day. The world needs the light of God’s love that shines forth from a loving heart. Share Your Heart ❤️ And Shine Bright.

Love Endures

Good Morning Everyone! A beautiful new day awaits the dawn.  The birds are already singing their heart out and the fans roar in the field behind the house. Mt. Hood ‘s snowy peak shines in the early morning light as my thoughts run through my head. Everything on this earth is temporary. You can’t take worldly things with you to your heavenly home. Love endures. The love you have shared and the memories you have made with loved ones will live on. Make beautiful memories and leave footprints of love on their heart.  Share your Heart  ❤️ and Shine Bright.