by Beth Westcott | Dec 17, 2017 | Holiday
Miranda studied Duncan’s map and directions as she ate breakfast the next morning. She searched through her wardrobe for the right clothes to wear. Her family dressed up for Thanksgiving dinner. She chose a midi-length brown cotton skirt and a cream-colored...
by Beth Westcott | Dec 15, 2017 | Holiday
Part 1 Miranda Winters stopped to look at the Christmas display in a department store window on Main Street. The smiling elves helped the smiling Santa make wooden toys, wielding hammers and saws. A smiling Mrs. Santa held a tray of Christmas cookies and hot...
by Beth Westcott | Nov 15, 2017 | Devotional
Today, November 15, is Rylen’s birthday. In earth years he is six. Such sweet memories of him mingled with the sadness (for me) of his Home-going last March. This is written from a grandmother’s heart. BITTERSWEET Little One– When you arrived, we...
by Beth Westcott | Sep 5, 2017 | grandparent
As a grandparent, I often consider my influence on my grandchildren. Am I a good role model for them? Will what I teach them through my attitudes, words, and actions help them to successfully navigate life? We build on generational influences. Who I am today will...
by Beth Westcott | Aug 3, 2017 | Garden weeds
The excessive rain this summer has not stopped the weeds and crabgrass from growing in my flower bed. The weeds are, in fact, quite healthy. However, some of the flowering plants, like the petunias, marigolds, and dianthus, have not fared as well–not enough...
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