December 12th, 2014 
dsisler I remember a lot of things about my grandparents. Some are deeply touching, while other memories bring a smile to my face or cause me to laugh. One thing I recall about Grandpa Rich is when he would help out in the kitchen. His job was to prepare fruit salad for our large family […]
December 6th, 2014 dsisler The word “joy” has always been special to me. I grew up being reminded of this word when my parents used my full name. Donna Joy. Occasionally my dad still calls me by my first and middle name…but not because I’m in trouble. It still sounds good. I passed the name Joy to […]
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Tags: Galatians 5:22-23, Holman Bible Dictionary, James 1:2, John 15:11, joy, Joy Unspeakable Joy, Plsam 19:8, Psalm 100, Psalm 51:12 
No Comments » October 27th, 2014 dsisler “I surrender.” Not words that we are inclined to say. It means that we have decided to give up all that we have to the conqueror. We tend to fight, fight, fight. We don’t want to be called “quitters.” So how do you react when you read Jesus’ words from Matthew 16:24-26 (NIV)? […]
Posted in Follow, Obey, Seek, Trust Tags: Galatians 2:20, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 16:24-26, surrender, “Lay Me Down” – Monday Musical Musings No Comments » September 29th, 2014 dsisler It’s Monday morning after a week of vacation. So far, it’s been difficult to get back into my daily routine. Maybe you’re feeling the same way. If so, let me encourage you by sharing today’s uplifting song, “Thrive.” When our day-to-day schedules and routines drain us of every ounce of energy and motivation […]
September 23rd, 2014 dsisler My brother will be visiting this week. My husband and I have taken vacation and we plan to enjoy our time together. I will be sharing an older blog post each day this week. I have found enough blog posts that mention my brother Billy Ray, so you will get to know him […]
