As I took my walk late this evening, I was contemplating my day.  It was long and a little tough, dealing with things that were maybe harder than I’d like to deal with, and being disappointed in several things that…

The West Alexander fair is always the week starting with Labor Day.  This year my grandson Peyton entered a quilt project that he had worked on – either scouts or 4-H, I don’t remember.  But I know he chose his…

Even though it wasn’t the best of circumstances that propelled us into a trip to Albion, we had a lovely and blessed visit with our mom and step-father.  We were able to bring John home from the hospital on Monday…

 My sister Kathy and I had a wonderful day yesterday in Smicksburg with my Aunt Joan and Uncle Clifford at their farm.  SUNFLOWERS!  Dozens and dozens of them.  UC picked a few for Kathy and I to carry home with us. …

Today just a rising of prayers of thanksgiving and petition for my step-father, who was suddenly ill yesterday at his home in Albion.  An ambulance trip to the ER thankfully eliminated the possibility of a heart attack (their first thought),…

This past weekend my son and his two daughters were in a wedding.  The girls look so grown up – except for the fact that Chrissy ditched her bouquet and shoes the minute they said ‘I DO’!  Autmn stayed in her…

Meet my youngest fan – Laila.  Her mom Jen works with me and just purchased Letters to Mary on Monday.  Laila was fascinated by the cover and ‘wouldn’t put it down’! I promised her that when she was old enough…

Just a short note today – while we are on the subject of first days of school….  This is my first day of first grade, and my sister Kathy wanted to be part of the action.  You may note that…

Well the school year for 2014-2015 has started!  The Hancher boys are settled into their routine, having started school on the 18th.  Logan is in 2nd, Chase in kindergarten, and Peyton a big 3rd grader already!  They will have an…

Yesterday was our all-church picnic at Mammoth Park.  It was fun to visit with friends and even family in a comfortable setting – enjoying fellowship and of course great food! After gabbing and gobbling, I decided I needed to walk…