It’s an historic day. Barack Obama has been sworn in as the 44th President of the United States, and I stand in awe of this country. A country that is strong, bold and free. There is no other like it! While excitement builds over the possibilities before this great nation, I find myself sad. I will miss President Bush and… Read More
Archives for January 2009
How Are You Doing
While I was out and about today I unexpectedly ran into a friend. We visited for a minute when all the sudden she asked, “Alene, how are you doing on your New Years goals?” Need I say more! Paul sums it up in Philippians 3:15-16 MSG. “Let’s keep focused on that goal, those of us who want everything God has… Read More
I Learned that God . . .
Today my oldest daughter, Courtney, turns 21. Happy birthday girl! I can’t believe it. Where did the time go? It seems just yesterday she was the life of the party here in this house. Now she lives in a land far far away. Reflecting back on the last twenty-one years, I am so thankful for Courtney. Not only was she… Read More
Look Back – Leap Ahead
It’s New Years Eve. It’s a great time to look back, then prepare to leap ahead. Look back and count your blessings. View your progress. Every year I sit down with my year ends calendar and review the last 365 days making note of the blessings, progresses and failures. January 1 puts a fresh wind in my sail. It’s a… Read More