Author Archives: Espirational

Celebrate the Small Things: Cake

Most people celebrate special occasions with cake.  At our house cake is a reason for celebration all its own.   And why not? This week I made a carrot cake and we are still celebrating.  Click here for my Carrot Cake Recipe and you can join the celebration. There is a weekly Blog Hop at ScribblingsContinue reading “Celebrate the Small Things: Cake”

I Aspire to be a Giant Squid

No, not the sea creature. Bob was recently forced into retirement. This was totally unexpected and earlier than we had planned.  So I am taking on more projects to bring in extra income. One of them is  Squidoo. Don’t worry, Espirational will stay as it is.  When I started this blog I was determined to keep it non-commercial. Continue reading “I Aspire to be a Giant Squid”

Hymn of Promise for Resurrection Sunday

I believe the Hymn of Promise is one of the most beautiful, simple, yet theologically correct hymns of our time.  Written by Natalie Sleeth as a choir anthem, a hymn version is included in the United Methodist Hymnal.  Although not normally thought of as an Easter hymn I couldn’t think of anything more appropriate. The LordContinue reading “Hymn of Promise for Resurrection Sunday”

Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day

I am known for my daily walks. I will walk anywhere, anytime, but my favorite walk is in a park in the early morning. I agree with Thoreau, “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” The world is still quiet and you can be alone with your thoughts or enjoy the silence.Continue reading “Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day”