Monthly Archives: March 2013

Gift #299: The Second Adam

Posted on March 31, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

When I was in high school, I memorized several books of the Bible as part of my church activities.  The books were divided up into groups and were assigned on a rotational basis.  I was blessed that during my years … Continue reading →

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Gift #298: The Cross

Posted on March 30, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today is Good Friday and today I celebrate the Great Exchange.  This is the day we remember Christ’s sacrifice for us and His death on the cross.  Even after being raised with Christian doctrine all my life, my heart still … Continue reading →

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Gift #297: Azure daydreams

Posted on March 28, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today’s another Anthropologie-inspired color study.  This one was a bit different in that I had decided before entering the store what colors would be the subject – navy blue and teal.  Fortunately, Anthro felt the same as the store was full of obliging … Continue reading →

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Gift #296: Easter cards

Posted on March 27, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Well in spite of the snow on the ground, the Easter cards have gone out in the mail, and with them blessings for a wonderful Resurrection Sunday.  I love Easter – it’s a very special time for me because my … Continue reading →

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Gift #295: spring snow

Posted on March 26, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.”  Wait, no… It’s supposed to be spring.  But here it is, 7″ of snow, making the world a frosty wonderland. As I can’t help but marvel at the beauty of the snow, … Continue reading →

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Gift #294: Stones

Posted on March 25, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

At the Dead Sea Scroll exhibit in Cincinnati they had part of the temple wall on display.  I think this was probably the most extraordinary part of the exhibit because the public could touch it.  Visitors had written prayers on pieces … Continue reading →

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Gift #293: knitted bird nests

Posted on March 24, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

The knit store I visited today had several spring displays that were lovely.  My very favorite were these knitted bird nests.  I’d never seen anything like them.  The store was going to be teaching a class on how to make … Continue reading →

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Gift #292: Knitting group

Posted on March 22, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today I went to my local knitting store’s knitting group after dinner.  This is something I rarely do, but every time I wonder why I don’t do it more often.  I always end up having a lovely time.  The group of … Continue reading →

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Gift #291: Vernal Equinox

Posted on March 21, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

“When Aslan bares his teeth, winter meets its death.  When he shakes his mane, we shall have spring again”  — CS Lewis, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe  That’s one of my favorite spring quotes.  It’s a good reminder for … Continue reading →

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Gift #290: Beet and goat cheese quiche

Posted on March 21, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

For dinner tonight I enjoyed a most excellent quiche made with beets and goat cheese.  I was originally planning to make a fig/goat cheese quiche with a recipe I found on pinterest.  Unfortunately, I couldn’t find any fresh figs over the weekend.  While … Continue reading →

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