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I was shopping for a birthday card during my lunch hour last week when I overheard an elderly woman in the card aisle talking to her niece, a woman about my age. Here is what she said: “ I threw out all my cards. They never meant those words anyway .” Lots of laughter followed. How sad I thought to be unable to receive the love sent to her in the sentiments of a card. This incident got me thinking about the love of God and resolving to embrace it when it is offered to me. It doesn’t matter if I think I’m worthy of such extravagant love; He thinks so! In contrast, just a day later I received one of those gorgeous hand-crafted cards in the mail from my friend, Kay, who loves paper crafting. It was so pretty and love and joy just oozed out of it when I opened it. This is a sample of her designs at Creativity is Good. Kay wrote a beautiful note to me in the card reminding me of God’s tender love for me. She ended her thoughts with “The God of the universe loves us more than we can ever f...

Mary, thanks so much for sharing your wonderful family time in San Diego with us. Everyone looks so happy. Hugs
ReplyDeleteWow, Mary. This is such a treat to watch!
ReplyDeleteI feel as though I've just been gifted - great music, beautiful scenery and adorable little girls!
Love ya!
Myra
Such a happy video. Thanks for taking us along on your trip. Your adventure with your family is priceless.....Merry Christmas sweet lady...
ReplyDeleteThat's what Christmas is all about... love for our Savior and for our family. Awesome pics...Have a wonderful Christmas and God bless you and your beautiful family sister Mary. Love you in Christ.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun to share in your family joy! Thank you for sharing this. San Diego is a lovely place, and I've been wanting to visit for awhile now. It's not far away, and might prove to be a respite from the cold mountain air!!
ReplyDeleteGOD BLESS!