Author Archives: Virginia

grace, grace, grace…. and Ruby Falls!

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Virginia

Here’s a bit of spiritual wisdom on this Lenten Tuesday as we tackle the tough stuff in front of us, our piles, ‘to do lists’ (and maybe things we keep putting off?) “God is able to make all grace abound … Continue reading →

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Roses in the Rubble

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Virginia

Easter is a few weeks away & Virginia the blogger has been AWOL most of Lent. Not much chance for the post-a-day Lenten gig of previous years, but there’s still time to offer a few bits for reflection. Psalm 27:1&4 … Continue reading →

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HaPpY HaPpY BIRTHDAY MAMA!!!

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Virginia

Originally posted on Roses in the Rubble:
March 15th is my Mama’s birthday.  She would have turned 81 today… I took this picture to send my uncle after he sent those gorgeous flowers for Mama’s 80th birthday (that’s him in…

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Hidden Figures: Inspiring Stars Inspiring Us

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Virginia

I am so very jealous.  Not a good thing to be, admittedly, but still in that green state of envy (as in, green with envy?) Yesterday my brother unexpectedly met Dr. Christine Darden, one of the NASA scientists from Margot … Continue reading →

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that love ‘thang

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Virginia

Once again, it’s Valentine’s Day. In stores, emails, tweets – it’s all LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.  Mushy sentiment to the masses. Sweethearts and sweet tarts (do they still make those little heart-shaped ones?) The thing is, maybe there’s no sweetheart in … Continue reading →

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Food for Thought

Posted on February 12, 2017 by Virginia

Yesterday morning when I told my brother that home-made mashed potatoes were on our dinner menu, I added, “Shere (our big sis) makes the best mashed potatoes. My mashed potatoes are never as good as hers.” Dwight immediately quipped, “Practice … Continue reading →

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Life, Liberty & …Death to the Little Ones??

Posted on January 26, 2017 by Virginia

Tomorrow many folks of many faiths will fill the streets of Washington, D.C. to raise awareness for unborn little ones in the 2017 March for Life. I realize the issue of abortion pushes emotional buttons, but here are my thoughts … Continue reading →

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Putting Love In…

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Virginia

Here in the final week of Advent, Christmas is just a few short days away. As we hurry and scurry amidst the holiday rush, crushed by lists, lines, traffic, frustrations & elusive parking places, it’s a good idea to stop … Continue reading →

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crying in the wilderness….

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Virginia

Advent days can be long and bleak when dreary skies serve up icy drizzles that dampen our toes and spirits. Trudging through the sludge we wonder, where is the sun? In an interior landscape of dreariness, we can get lost … Continue reading →

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World AIDS Day 2016

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Virginia

As we commemorate World AIDS Day 2016, we remember the 35 million people who have died from AIDS related illnesses and the 37 million people around the globe who are currently infected with the disease. Before moving to Tanzania in … Continue reading →

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