I live close to the Great Smokey Mountains and they are beautiful. Being in the mountains brings a sense of peace, awe, and majesty. To see the colors change in the fall, the snow on the mountain tops in the winter and the green again in the spring is beautiful. I feel a sense of… Continue reading Mighty mountains
Author: Lori Kirkland
Packing party
Saturday was the last meeting before the trip to Thailand. I am excited, nervous, and can't wait to meet the people. I have heard stories from people who have been before and it makes me want to dive in. We received our meds, toothbrushes, and glasses we are taking. We were blessed beyond words by… Continue reading Packing party
Time to go…
It's been 20 years for me since I made my commitment to the Lord to do medical missions at the age of 16. I can remember it so vividly. June27, 1999 I knew I was going to be a nurse when I went to college. I loved to help people and this was the way… Continue reading Time to go…
Come on, Give me a 6!
You have probably played this game many times as a child or now with your children. It's called pop and go or trouble as it was known in my day. My son received this game for Christmas and we have played it a couple of times. They love it. Although I am reminded why I… Continue reading Come on, Give me a 6!
The New Year π
I have been thinking of all the last year has done, been, ended... I will say I can't wait for this year to end and the new one to begin. This year without a doubt has been the toughest I have had in my adult life. Many friends around me would say the same. Many… Continue reading The New Year π
Advent Season
With the start of December comes the start of the Advent season. The word advent in Latin means: coming- The Lord is coming. There is an anticipation and excitement to be found here as we enter into this season of celebration.Β The Christmas season is a magical time of the year from parties, family gatherings,… Continue reading Advent Season
Wishing and Hoping πΆπ΅
I have often wondered what it would be like to walk in someone else's shoes for awhile. To live their life that from my perspective looks a lot better and more blessed than mine. They have more things... Better house Better car Nicer clothes Go on luxury vacations Have awesome friends Great job Etc... The… Continue reading Wishing and Hoping πΆπ΅
Just One More Look
Sometimes I think its a test to see if we will take a step of faith to prepare us for the next big journey He has for us, but we must be willing to step out in faith and go.
Can These Bones Live?
The last couple of years I have felt a sense of lostness. I have tried different things to fill the void, but nothing quite fits the bill. As a whole I was surviving each day going on to the next. As a mom/wife you have many roles to juggle and then the obligations of working… Continue reading Can These Bones Live?
Face Against the Veil
Lisa Harper during her Job study said "when we go through pain and suffering the veil between us and God becomes thinner" (supernaturally) When she said that I felt as if I had a moment of YES! That is it! That is what we experience each time we come into contact with the Creator, especially… Continue reading Face Against the Veil