Oh Jill, I needed your words of encouragement (and those photos and the video of your beautiful flowers and those butterflies). I have felt discouraged. But then I read this:
But, boy am I glad I didn’t give up hope.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness” ~ Desmond Tutu
God knows when to encourage through HIs people! So thank you! I feel rescued like Lantana Linda! 😊
Aww…your comment made me smile, Linda. You know, that beautiful lantana is named after you! I’m happy I was able to send a little encouragement your way. Thank you for letting me know. xo
Beautiful flowers, Jill! I’m grateful that a few of mine are still blooming, even with the cold snap 🙂 My latest life motto is: Keep my hopes high and my expectations low 😉
I agree, Betsy! For a bud that begins so tiny, the flower does have a variety of colors. It really didn't take much effort, just patience! Thanks for popping over. xo
Jill, thank you for brightening my morning with your beautiful photos! Butterflies and blossoms definitely add HOPE to our lives. Dora’s book also sounds like it features hope with second chances and new faith. Thanks for sharing! With prayers and blessings! ♥️
It's my pleasure, Sherida. I’m happy you enjoyed the photos. I agree, how can one not be hopeful when we're surrounded by nature’s gifts. Thanks for stopping by. I hope you and the family are well. xo
Beautiful flowers! And puzzles. My daughter bought two all-American puzzles at the Gettysburg battlefield--not about war, but about values and being American. I need to ask her how they're going!
Well, I think you know the lantana is named after our mutual friend. She is a great encourager, so I’m honored to be in her camp. Thanks for visiting today, Marian! xo
I love this so muchl Hope eternal! The combination of love and care brought Linda around. Not bad for a $1.00 plant. You've got the magic touch, Jill. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Jan! Thank you for your sweet comment. I know! All of this joy for a buck! You can’t beat that price. Congratulations on your book release! I appreciate your visit. xo
Your words are so true! Often we trudge though wondering why, but God has a plan for us. Though at times it's hard not to focus on the present, we need to keep an eye on the future which just might amaze us all in its glory. Love the way you continue to work on the present to restore beauty further down the road in what others have given up on failing to keep an eye ahead.
Oh that 50's kitchen puzzle looks great. Reminds me of the times of my growing up.
Thank you for your kind words, Kay. They mean so much. The 50’s puzzle is a lot of fun. It brought back memories for me, too. I might have to mail it to you! I appreciate you stopping by. xo
Remember if it's the small pieces I can't see them well enough to do. As much as I would love it, I'd hate for you to be out the postage and me not be able to work it.
You have the magic touch with rescue plants! Linda is just gorgeous with her gratitude flowers. All the best to Dora for the success of her latest release!
Oh Jill, I needed your words of encouragement (and those photos and the video of your beautiful flowers and those butterflies). I have felt discouraged. But then I read this:
But, boy am I glad I didn’t give up hope.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness” ~ Desmond Tutu
God knows when to encourage through HIs people! So thank you! I feel rescued like Lantana Linda! 😊
Aww…your comment made me smile, Linda. You know, that beautiful lantana is named after you! I’m happy I was able to send a little encouragement your way. Thank you for letting me know. xo
Beautiful flowers, Jill! I’m grateful that a few of mine are still blooming, even with the cold snap 🙂 My latest life motto is: Keep my hopes high and my expectations low 😉
Thanks, Marie! I'm sure your lantanas are doing well. Mine has been a big surprise. You can never go wrong with high hopes! Thanks for visiting! xo
Thank You Jill for these Beautiful picture's Love the puzzles Blessings to You!
It's my pleasure, Sarah! I appreciate your visit! I hope you and your family are doing well. xo
Amazed at all the varied colors of that beautiful flower! And your knack for reviving plants!
I agree, Betsy! For a bud that begins so tiny, the flower does have a variety of colors. It really didn't take much effort, just patience! Thanks for popping over. xo
Jill, thank you for brightening my morning with your beautiful photos! Butterflies and blossoms definitely add HOPE to our lives. Dora’s book also sounds like it features hope with second chances and new faith. Thanks for sharing! With prayers and blessings! ♥️
It's my pleasure, Sherida. I’m happy you enjoyed the photos. I agree, how can one not be hopeful when we're surrounded by nature’s gifts. Thanks for stopping by. I hope you and the family are well. xo
Beautiful flowers! And puzzles. My daughter bought two all-American puzzles at the Gettysburg battlefield--not about war, but about values and being American. I need to ask her how they're going!
The book sounds really good!
Thank you, Jacqui! The puzzles sounds fantastic! You’ll have to send me some photos. I’m happy you had a great trip. I appreciate you stopping by! xo
You are always so encouraging, Jill. Thanks for using the gifts of nature to take our minds off ourselves. I especially enjoyed the lantana.
Well, I think you know the lantana is named after our mutual friend. She is a great encourager, so I’m honored to be in her camp. Thanks for visiting today, Marian! xo
I love this so muchl Hope eternal! The combination of love and care brought Linda around. Not bad for a $1.00 plant. You've got the magic touch, Jill. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Jan! Thank you for your sweet comment. I know! All of this joy for a buck! You can’t beat that price. Congratulations on your book release! I appreciate your visit. xo
Your words are so true! Often we trudge though wondering why, but God has a plan for us. Though at times it's hard not to focus on the present, we need to keep an eye on the future which just might amaze us all in its glory. Love the way you continue to work on the present to restore beauty further down the road in what others have given up on failing to keep an eye ahead.
Oh that 50's kitchen puzzle looks great. Reminds me of the times of my growing up.
Thank you for your kind words, Kay. They mean so much. The 50’s puzzle is a lot of fun. It brought back memories for me, too. I might have to mail it to you! I appreciate you stopping by. xo
Remember if it's the small pieces I can't see them well enough to do. As much as I would love it, I'd hate for you to be out the postage and me not be able to work it.
I remember that, Kay!
You have the magic touch with rescue plants! Linda is just gorgeous with her gratitude flowers. All the best to Dora for the success of her latest release!
Thanks, Liz! Honestly, it doesn’t take much effort to bring them back to life. Thanks for popping over! xo
You're welcome, Jill!
Hi Jill, a very pretty flower video. I am glad your flowers are thriving despite some weird weather 💖
I’m glad you enjoyed the video, Robbie. Some of the flowers are thriving in the cooler temperatures. Thanks for stopping by! xo
Beautiful flowers, Jill! It's hard to live without hope. ❤️
You can say that again, Merril! We must always have hope. I love to look out the window and see so much color. Thanks for visiting! xo