Remembering a year ago
It was a year ago last week that I had intense radiation twice a day for my cancer. The journey with chemo then began in September, and then six months later, I completed my last chemo. During my...
View ArticleJack and New Jersey
Nick and I are having a great time with Jack (and Heather, Daniel and Heidi). Jack is such a busy little bee :) He is always busy. We bought him a John Deere tractor for his birthday, and he pushes it...
View ArticleChurch Growth :)
I know that the Lord is please with the growth of the congregation of His people here in Duluth. We have had growth in number as well as maturity. The work for the Lord in the North is a difficult one...
View ArticleFrost on the pumpkin
We woke up to 30 degree temps this morning. The trees are gorgeous with all shades of red, orange, and gold. We brought in most of our plants, and turned on the heat for a while. It is nice to sit on a...
View ArticleBy the Shores of Lake Superior
Yesterday Nick and I took a drive up the North Shore. I never tire of it's beauty, as the lake and it's surroundings are different with the weather, time of year, and it's mood. The lake itself was...
View ArticleThanksgiving-Some history to rememebr
Most stories of Thanksgiving history start with the harvest celebration of the pilgrims and the indians that took place in the autumn of 1621. Although they did have a three-day feast in celebration...
View ArticleGRANDBABY COMIN SOON :)
HI ALL Hilary, our #2 daughter, is at the hospital as of about 1:30 PM Central time. We expect Baby Boy Collier before dinner time, according to her mid wife :) Please pray that all goes well. Nick and...
View ArticleAmos Michael Collier
I'm with Hilary, Aaron and Amos Michael :) Amos is sooo precious :) He is just beautiful. His complexion is perfect. He has the cutest nose and ears, and makes the most adorable faces. I know Nick...
View ArticleGood times with a great friend
We have a friend and fellow Christian here in Duluth, Doug, who is such a dear man. Since he moved here in 2001, we have had him to our house for holiday fun and food :) Today we had him for lunch...
View ArticleChristians in Duluth in need of larger meeting house
Growing up with the influence of my parents and a host of folks who taught me the Truth of the Gospel, I never knew what it would be like to live in an area of the world where there are a handful of...
View ArticleSome things I miss about Texas
I was in Texas recently to see my mother. It is ten years this month that our family moved to Minnesota. Minnesota has its uniqueness, but there is nothing like going "home". First, FOOD is so great in...
View ArticleMy Children Are ALL Coming Home :)
I love the holidays . . . mostly because I love being with friends and family that I love so dear. My 3 daughters and 2 sons and 2 grandsons and granddaughter/grandson(?) will all be with me in a few...
View ArticleWOLF MOON
This past week we had a beautiful moon that the natives here call the "Wolf Moon". The natives say that wolf packs would howl outside the villages amid the cold and deep snow of winter. The moon the...
View ArticleMOTHER'S DAY - - I will gush a little :)
What sweet daughters, sons and grandsons I have :) My 3 H's and their families are so good to me. First, Hilary, Aaron and Amos came to see us for the weekend. Hilary always lights up a room when she...
View ArticleAmos was here :)
Memorial day weekend was a lot of fun around here. Aaron, Hilary and Amos came for a visit. We had Great Grandpa and Uncle Jon here too for a couple of meals. Amos loves being outside helping his PaPa...
View ArticleLORD'S SUPPER BREAD RECIPE
I have been making the bread for the Lord's Supper for the past few years. I will share the recipe I use. This IS very easy, so do not be intimidated! 1 Cup Flour 1/4 Cup EV Olive Oil 1/4 Cup Warm...
View ArticleHE IS THE SON OF GOD - - Great song for kids (of all ages)
(Sing this to the tune of "She'll Be Comin' 'Round the Mountain") HE IS THE SON OF GOD Jesus came to earth, He is the Son of God. Jesus came to earth, He is the Son of God. He healed the sick and...
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