Monthly Archives: August 2013

Gift #429: St Mary’s Child Center

Posted on August 30, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today I was given a very unique opportunity.  My employer sponsors United Way of Indianapolis and this year they set up tours with several of the organizations for us to see first hand the difference that they are making in … Continue reading →

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Gift #428: Martin Luther King Jr.

Posted on August 29, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Fifty years ago, words were spoken which altered the course of our history.  On the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, a single man  addressed the nation, calling it to justice and compassion and outlining the dream he imagined for his … Continue reading →

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Gift #427: Mushrooms

Posted on August 27, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

It’s been a long time since I’ve had a blog post about mushrooms.  A little too long, in my opinion, as I’m suffering from mushroom withdrawal.  These are the last mushrooms I have seen, which was a few weeks ago.  … Continue reading →

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Gift #426: Hummingbird Moth

Posted on August 26, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

This afternoon there was a sighting of my favorite insect – the hummingbird moth!  It’s the first one I’ve seen this season.  She (or he) was flitting about the flowers on the deck feeding on summer-ripened nectar.  They are amazing … Continue reading →

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Gift #425: Nephew!

Posted on August 26, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Last night was a very special time for our family.  We welcomed in a new little baby into our lives and I became an aunt!   My brother and his wife had their first baby!  I’m so grateful that God granted … Continue reading →

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Gift #424: August

Posted on August 24, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

It’s time for a look at August in England, 1849, through the pen of Edith Holden.   As I’ve browsed through her books over the past few months in preparation for my blog post, I’ve noticed how oddly familiar her sketches … Continue reading →

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Gift #423: Summer lilies

Posted on August 23, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

We’re back to flowers now.  I’ve been going through these photos, and found some that I had meant to share a while back, but ended up blogging about other things.  So now it’s time for summer lilies to have their … Continue reading →

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Gift #422: Garden Vignettes

Posted on August 22, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today  I have some still life pictures of garden scenes to share with you.  I took these pictures in Cincinnati – well actually, in Bellevue, Kentucky which is right across the river.  One of my favorite stores in this area … Continue reading →

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Gift #421: State Fair #3

Posted on August 21, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Happy Tuesday everyone!  Today I wanted to show some pictures of the artwork and crafts from the state fair.  I’m most interested in the knitting and needlework, since those are hobbies of mine as well.  Here’s some of the knitted … Continue reading →

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Gift #420: Garden Snail

Posted on August 20, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today I ran into a long-time friend rummaging about the mulch near the peppers and tomatoes.  I’d like to introduce you to Mr. Sebastian Snail.  (I know this is his name because he told me).  He enjoys spending his day … Continue reading →

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