Category Archives: Keeping up Appearances

A Visit at Dollar Tree

Posted on December 21, 2018 by elsiephoebe

= – = I ran into someone I knew, While shopping at Dollar Tree. Years had added a distance, But I engaged her anyway. = – = Someone told her that we aren’t friends; So it was awkward for awhile. … Continue reading →

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“10% Happier”

Posted on January 18, 2017 by elsiephoebe

After he suffered a panic attack on national television, journalist Dan Harris made a change. No, I haven’t read his book on meditation, 10% Happier, but it resonated with me after viewing a documentary on minimalism. “Ten percent happier”: I … Continue reading →

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Jelly Beans in the Dark

Posted on April 26, 2015 by elsiephoebe

At a celebration, who among us hasn’t grabbed some Jelly Bellies and popped them individually, guessing the flavor? (Admit it! You’ve actually removed one to examine the color.) While this bowl of Jelly, with presents and a party game, could … Continue reading →

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Dressed and Ready

Posted on April 19, 2015 by elsiephoebe

Our pastor has been preaching from Luke 21:31-36. The Lord gave some strong instruction: = – = ^^^ We’re to have ^PATIENCE^ – not to switch gears and leave the faith; He is coming back! ……… when you see these … Continue reading →

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Who Do You Follow?

Posted on January 23, 2015 by elsiephoebe

Extremists are everywhere on TV—but they are not news. There have always been “mis-leaders” and “fool-owers.” …Who do you follow? Oh, you don’t cause physical harm. But does someone dictate who should be “dead” to you? “he who hates his … Continue reading →

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Two Kinds of People

Posted on November 24, 2014 by elsiephoebe

[ Today’s post is dedicated to the broken-hearted. ] We go to a big church—every age, shape, and race. But our pastors often remind us: “There are two kinds of people.” Rightly dividing the Word is their passion, and they … Continue reading →

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“A Few Good Men” (and Women)

Posted on July 29, 2014 by elsiephoebe

Just like Jack Nicholson’s character in “A Few Good Men,” even we civilians run into such scary leadership. These days, many get put in charge that exhibit incompetence, are relationally inept, even scramble when caught in a lie. Yes, what’s … Continue reading →

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Pay Attention to Yourselves!

Posted on May 27, 2014 by elsiephoebe

Amidst a discourse on tempting, sinning, forgiving, and serving, we find embedded a short but strong warning from the Lord: “Pay attention to yourselves!” This powerful, pocket-sized exclamation is as plain as day—but it’s often bypassed amidst other important teachings … Continue reading →

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Selfie.

Posted on April 21, 2014 by elsiephoebe

We all know what a Selfie is: an arm’s-length, self snapshot. I see a few problems with these: first of all, 20 years ago, sending film for development, you’d have been embarrassed if that were on there! Also—hey, people: pry … Continue reading →

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Eating with Sinners!

Posted on March 14, 2014 by elsiephoebe

= – = – = Jesus preached repentance and love, far and near; And people of all sorts gathered to hear. But the religious figures—Man, what a pain: Their method of choice is to treat folks with disdain. “Just look … Continue reading →

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