meek and quiet spirit – Grandma's Gleanings

A Simple Act of Love

August 13, 2020 by Cathy Winkle

O, happy day; it’s finally going to happen! After months of Covid lock downs, quarantines, and restrictions, this old girl is getting a much-needed haircut. We ladies certainly do place much value on this “crown of glory” given to us by our Creator. We wash and condition it, color and style it, and remember with …

Day Three Hundred Forty-Five “From Criticism to Intercession”

June 10, 2020 by Cathy Winkle

You will NOT find it listed among the spiritual gifts bestowed upon the believers, “those gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us,” nor is it listed among the “fruit of the Spirit.” Let’s see, “love, joy, peace, longsuffering…” and criticism? But criticizing the actions and motives of others continues to …

Day Fifty-Three “Wilderness”

October 1, 2019 by Cathy Winkle

Our children anticipated this event every summer, and so did I. One week during summer vacation, we would stuff the old pickup truck with tents, sleeping bags, back packs, munchies, fishing gear, and cooking utensils, all in preparation for the annual Cooper’s Lake “Dad-takes-all-the-kids-camping-while-Mom–relaxes-at home” event. Out in that wooded setting, perched along the side of …