It was a beautiful day in August...the sun was shining, the wind was barely blowing (which is a rarity for Newfoundland on sunny days), and I was about to marry the love of my life. Yes, it was our wedding day in 2011. The only picture I have included in this blog is very precious … Continue reading Over and Out, Big Eagle – A Tribute to Wanda Fost
*BEEP BEEP BEEEEEP* The sound of my thermometer reminding me that I wasn’t out of the woods yet. The quick succession of beeps meant that my fever was high, and well, it was day 12 of my influenza battle, so it’s pretty disappointing to hear those beeps everyday. I remember when I had Covid in … Continue reading Fighting the Influenza and Appreciating my Students
It's hard to write a blog post about someone that has passed away - trying to find the right words to encapsulate someone's lifetime, in a brief written response. Honestly, I find it difficult because I never want to limit a person's lifetime to certain, finite moments; yet, it is important to remember that person … Continue reading “What’s up, Sir?” – A Tribute To Preston Stock
Mary and Joseph lovingly gaze at baby Jesus lying in a manger in a rustic stable. Merry Christmas everyone! It's Christmas Eve here at the Eason Clan and the hustle and bustle is real: gifts being wrapped, last minute Christmas lights being set up, and practicing for our church Christmas Eve service. It's funny - … Continue reading Why Joseph Matters In The Christmas Story
*Ding, ding, ding* What on earth? *Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding, dong, ding* Good lord.... I awoke from my slumber to the high pitched ding of a xylophone. Yes, it's 7:00 a.m. on a Saturday morning, and it sounds like the opening to Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas Is You, coming from downstairs- … Continue reading Strange Sounds and Kind Students
The Golden Hue of Leaves so bright, Reminds me not of The coming night; It reminds me of You. Blessings, O so great; My cup overflows And fills my plate. Yes, these golden leaves remind me, As they fall on the ground. My life is like the changing seasons— Here one moment and gone again— … Continue reading “The Golden Hue”
My eyes open to a dark room, with a small stream of light passing between two curtains. It’s 8 a.m. - I can’t believe I actually slept in that long. Now mind you, I did wake up at 5 a.m. battling a clenched jaw, but thankfully I went back to sleep. It’s Saturday morning, and … Continue reading Saturday Morning Antics
Good morning folks! Below is a piece I wrote months ago, inspired by John Bunyan’s The Pilgrim’s Progress. I wrote this story based on my own personal experiences, and the general challenges that followers of Christ experience across the board. Note: You’ll notice the pronouns they and them used throughout the text - I used … Continue reading The Saint
In times of trouble,Lord, remind me to look to you.When fires rage,And smoke flows;Lord, I look to you.Bless those who fight the fire;Keep them safe in Your arms.Fire breaks and water,Can only do so much;Lord, remind us to look to You for help.Mother Nature… who is she? She is nothing, compared to You.You alone control … Continue reading “Look Up! Not just at the fire.”
Raised beds. It’s probably the most “popular” subject in gardening culture today. For thousands of years, starting right back to Adam and Cain, man has been working the soil and planting vegetables. For most people these days, your experience with vegetables is probably picking the ones that look the best in the grocery store or … Continue reading Garden Projects: Raised Beds
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