by JemB | Jun 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
Here I sit with a full belly, and an eve fuller spirit. Yes, I expended a decent amount of emotional, spiritual, mental and physical energy this week. As we’ve sometimes talked about in orientation, we want to finish a week of Family Retreat knowing that we’ve left...
by JemB | Jun 20, 2015 | Uncategorized
Here I am on the eve of my 45th week at Spruce Lake, and my 50th week of Family Retreat with Joni and Friends. How did that happen? At the end of this summer I will have spent a full year of my life (52 weeks) at Family Retreat!Being the 15th year in a row of...
by JemB | Jun 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
Sunny days, cooler eveningsTime to just hang out with Jerry and laugh at “nothing” togetherSwimming, and relaxing poolside Beautiful flowersYummy mealsNot feeling rushedFriends – reconnecting with ones who know you well enough to walk in and say,...
by JemB | Jun 7, 2015 | Uncategorized
So, it’s been a while. I write so often in my heart and head, but seem to struggle with getting the time to put it to keyboard or paper. I appreciate those of you who encourage me with your comments (mostly on Facebook or in person) to not stray too far from...
by JemB | May 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
I had the blessing of having a mother-in-law and father-in-law who I loved and enjoyed; I only wish we’d have had more years together. They and my parents raised their families in different ways, yet with great love and desiring their children to know the...
by JemB | May 8, 2015 | Uncategorized
Today was the first of two days of reorganization of our garage and closets. Well, let me be clear, the job will not be finished in 2 days, but I hope to have made significant headway. So far I have multiple bags of clothing and household items to take to the next...
