Be A Cheer Reader

I LOVE to read and so do my "Grand" kids.  All of them were exposed to books at a very early age and thereby instilled with a passion for reading.  I firmly believe that when given the option, most children will choose to have a book read to them before choosing to watch a video. Inspired by this belief, I hope to inspire all kids, big and small, to Read, Read, Read!

 BE A CHEER READER

Open a book
Take a good look
Read!  Read! Read!

You're always a winner
When you're a beginner
Read!  Read!  Read!

There are new things to see
For both you and me
Read!  Read!  Read!

So share with a friend
The fun that won't end
Read!  Read!  Read!

Be a cheerleader
BE A CHEER READER
Yeah Books!

The Path Is Narrow & Difficult

The first day of school has come and gone. After busy weeks of shopping for new clothes and needed supplies, my grandchildren walked out of the protective homes of their parents and into the care and guidance of others.  As their parents looked on with hardly a wave goodbye, (sound familiar?) they were probably flooded with a host of feelings - great joy, great sadness, and maybe great apprehension.  For even though weeks and years of preparation have readied their children for this special day, no one can protect them from everything that lies ahead. 

So as the new school year begins, I am reminded of these words of wisdom:

"DO NOT PREPARE THE PATH FOR YOUR CHILDREN.  RATHER, PREPARE YOUR CHILDREN FOR THE PATH." 

Jesus told us that the path is narrow and difficult. Will they be ready?  Will we be ready?
 

Inspirational Garden Sign

A good friend of mine gifted me with a garden arbor he built .  Needless to say, I LOVE it!  I placed it at the entry of my garden where it welcomes friends and family while supporting some of my favorite flowering vines.  This summer I added an inspirational hand made sign I found at a church thrift sale. 

I assume the writer was referring to LOVE and marriage but it also reminds me of my relationship to God. 

My love for You is a journey
Beginning at forever and ending at never