by Joan Durbin | Dec 31, 2024 | Thoughts from My Day!
“God damn it, Vicky.” I stared across the virtual zoom screen at my beloved Reverend Vicky after these words came out of my mouth. She is not only my minister but like a sister to me. And I knew I was in trouble then. Not because of the words I said but...
by Joan Durbin | Dec 27, 2024 | Thoughts from My Day!
I am in a sentimental mood today. I returned home yesterday after visiting with my oldest daughter Beth and her family for the Christmas holiday. I had a wonderful time with my daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren. But like most of us when we travel out of town, it...
by Joan Durbin | Dec 24, 2024 | Thoughts from My Day!
The photo above is the picture of the homemade jam cake my generous sister-in-law Pam gave me this past Saturday night, that beautiful Lady. I had joined my four brothers and their wives, along with four cousins and two of their husbands, at a local restaurant for...
by Joan Durbin | Dec 20, 2024 | Thoughts from My Day!
Back in November of this past year, on the second Friday evening, November 8th, I was walking across the small campus of Arts of Living Retreat Center in North Carolina. It was a beautiful night, cold, yet clear, and I was surrounded by the majestic mountains, rising...
by Joan Durbin | Dec 17, 2024 | Thoughts from My Day!
This time of year, with all the holiday celebrations, I am amazed at all the creativity and traditions that surround me. No matter what time of day it’s everywhere I go. The stores are filled with colorful creations hanging from the ceilings, sitting on shelves,...