Thursday, October 2, 2025 Bird or dog or both?   Big questions as we consider the needs of our families. Or in the end are they not really as big as they seem?  The hassle of being a dog owner perhaps is outweighed by the measure of responsibility it teaches children and the emotional support…

Friday, October 3, 2025ConnectionsWords connectSports connectSailing connectsBringing two worlds togetherMerging ideas and thoughtsBlending, molding, shaping A new futureWith exciting possibilities Continue connecting

Sunday, October 5, 2025“Smooth seas do not make skilled sailors.” – African proverbThis reminds me of the times my sailing instructors urged us students to take the challenge of higher winds and a bit of swell. They reassured us that they were there in the safety power boats to aid us in case we needed…

Monday, October 6, 2025Hiccups come in lifeSometimes, despite the challenges, they are surprising blessings in the end.Sometimes they cause much confusion and frustration for a long time. God lead us through the hiccups of life. Open our eyes to Your understanding. Help us grow, always grow toward You.

Thursday, October 9, 2025 Calling in maintenance concerns and attending to medical appointments must be done, and it should be done with sober conviction and firm resolve. 

Friday, October 10, 2025Sun,SandRead with the youngestBurgersDogs“Owl in the Barnyard”October afternoon and evening.

Saturday, October 11, 2025 The joy of watching two brothers survive and learn together sailing a boat in 20 knot winds. What a relief to watch them not capsize or turtle the boat and to lend helping hands at the end with multiple sailors’ boats.  The exhilaration of setting sail with another woman to learn…