I am sending out a prayer request to my fellow bloggers. I just received a phone call from the hospital and my friend Jeanie's new husband has taken a turn for the worst. You can read my previous post by clicking here . I am so thankful for the many bloggers who have been praying for Duane, even though you've never met him. Jeanie has been a leader in my church in the women's ministry and she chaired the leadership committee for the annual Woman to Woman Conference that is held in Phoenix. She's worked tirelessly for so many years on this…

I was surprised and delighted to receive an award from my new blogging friend Debra at Clothed With Scarlet . It warms my heart to have the opportunity to "meet new friends" through blogging. Even though I've never actually seen most of them, I somehow feel I know them through their writings ...and kind hearts! Debra is definitely one of those people. Thank you so much! And now I am to choose five bloggers and give them this award. So, here goes my list: Laurel @ Laurel Wreath's Reflections God's Girl @ Contentment Corner Lori @ Front Po…

Today is World Diabetes Day . Heart disease and diabetes often go hand in hand. In fact, at least 65% of people with diabetes die of some form of heart or blood vessel disease. ( American Heart Association facts/stats) Diabetes involves a problem with the production and supply of insulin in the body. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body produces no or insufficient insulin. Type 2 diabetes is when the body cannot use the insulin it produces effectively. Type 2 diabetes is most common in people who are older than 45 years old and most often overweight. B…