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APRIL 22

Colors: Reds are the colors of empowerment. Sherwin -Williams/Show Stopper Red/Rave Red/Spangle White…to pop a neutral. This is a strong palette that you might want to use in an office surrounding. Value of Concentration: I have been called to A HIGHER CALLING. Memory Verse: Humble me, Lord, as I minister to others. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, As I sip my Cup of Fancy (Sugar Cookie Hot Tea, sv.tea), I realize the following: *I am warm and fuzzy on my country porch with my hot tea, as you sprinkle rain upon the grass, etched in…

APRIL 15

Colors: Purple is the color that defines my spirit. It is the strength and courage of reds…that are combined with the peace and stillness of blues; Sherwin Williams/Mature Grape/Grape Harvest/Thistle/ Ivory Lace to pop a neutral. Value of Concentration:”My Strength and Power grow within your Weakness.” Memory Verse:  I AM YOUR FEARLESS FAITH! When I cried out to you in my weakness….YOU FOUND ME..and I entered into a personal relationship…with you! Good Morning, ABBA, Father, As I sip my Cup of Fancy, Starbucks Mocha,  I am celebrating! It is…

APRIL 8

Colors: Yellows/Oranges/Sherwin-Williams/Determined Orange/Fun Yellow/Icy Lemonade. Value of Concentration: Reach for The SonLight Memory Verse: Light of the World, Fill me.  Good Morning, ABBA, Father, The sun is shining, yet it’s a bit chilly to be out on my big, country, porch. As I sip my Cup of Fancy (Almond Sugar Cookie…svtea), I see that the sky is a palette of yellows and oranges. Color so influences the emotions and a positive outlook. A sunny day expresses happiness, joy, and the wish to be outside. The yellows represent ..The Light of…

APRIL 1

Colors: Blues represent the Divine Nature of The Holy Spirit. Purples speak of God’s Majesty. Sherwin-Williams Clematis Purple/Lakeshore Blue/Frosty White to pop a neutral. Value of Concentration: He is closer than your breath. Memory Verse: In the morning….I BREATHE IN YOUR SPIRIT. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, Spring is in the air…and my palette of colors are really fun, with which to decorate; a craft, a flower arrangement, paint a room. It’s April Fools Day…a day of playing tricks upon one another. As I sip my Cup of Fancy (Apple Cinnamon…

MARCH 25

Colors: Blues and Greens signify rest/ Sherwin-Williams/Minor Blue/Shag Green/ Choice Cream to pop a neutral. Value Of Concentration:  Stay on The Course. Memory Verse: Your answer for me will be perfect…Give me rest to wait upon you, Lord! Good Morning, ABBA Father, As I sip my Cup Of Fancy (Crumbcake Decaf..splash of cream) The palette of blue/green/white/ reflects the rest that so many of us need. We pray and we pray….and we pray.  Sometimes it seems as if our answer will never come. Sometimes God says,”NO!”LOLOL This…

MARCH 18

Colors: Purple, green and blue…my 3 favorite colors represent security. Sherwin-Williams/Forget Me Not Purple/Garden Grove Green/Minor Blue/Spangler White to pop a neutral. Value of Concentration: My Salvation is Firm and Secure through the Blood of Jesus Christ. I AM BORN AGAIN! Memory Verse: Each breath I take, Holy Spirit, FILL ME! Good Morning, ABBA, Father, The fact that The Holy Spirit….indwells me.. is a miracle that is overwhelming. GOD LIVES WITHIN ME?? As I sip my Cup of Fancy (Dessert Chocolate Brownie Tea…..svtea.com), I ponder how these three colors represent…

MARCH 11

Colors: Whites represent Salvation/Blacks represent sin/Sherwin Williams/Fox Black/Intellectual Grey/Divine White. This palette could be used with indoor decorating..furniture, vases, pictures, flower arrangements. Value of Concentration:  Living in a Fallen World. Memory Verse: I proclaim my Salvation and Your Glory; Come, Lord, Jesus. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, Spring is just around the corner, and new life is becoming a reality. As I sip my Cup of Fancy (Earl GrayTea),  I feel the blessings that God has placed upon my life, as a faithful believer; home, family, faith, retirement for 30 years as a…

MARCH 4

Colors: Greens and Blues represent wisdom. Sherwin Williams/Organic Green/Aquatint/ Dover White to pop a neutral..a gorgeous palette! Value of Concentration; Wisdom is a Treasure. Memory Verse: Help me to interpret your gems. Good Morning, ABBA,  Father, Pondering, how you revealed yourself to me 25 years ago, was a miracle.  Proverbs washed me with the scriptures of wisdom. Sipping my Cup of Fancy, (Carmel Walnut Shortbread Tea..svtea. com) I recall how reading those scriptures blew my mind. God was actually preparing me for authoring. How my writing actually came about …is revealed in my…

FEBRUARY 18

Colors: Blues represent Blessings. Sherwin-Williams/Jamaica Bay Blue/Rapture Blue/Dover White…to pop a neutral. Value of Concentration: I Am Blessed beyond measure. Memory Verse: Look for your blessings through others. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, As I look out over the farm from my War Room, The Holy Spirit engaged me to write about counting my blessings! My palette of blues reflect this genre. Sipping my Cup of Fancy (Starbucks Mocha…double yum) I ponder upon the people that have blessed my life. *My Christian Tower of Strength who takes care of his family for 53…

FEBRUARY 11

Colors: Purples represent wisdom/Sherwin-Williams/Forget-Me-Not Purple/Wisteria Purple/Euphoric Lilac/Spangle White/WOW! What a palette with which to decorate! Value of Concentration: Help me discover your treasures, Oh Lord. Memory Verse: I am rich in your wisdom. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, Anyone who knows me personally, knows that I am a lover of purple..a..”Porphyrophile.” A gift given to me from You, ABBA; after you turned my mess into a message. With my art background, shades of purple define me. In fact, my Cup of Fancy this morning is a deep purple Lilac Bouquet…

FEBRUARY 4

Colors: Sherwin William. Childlike Pink-emotional  well-being, strength. Freshwater Blue- trust, calm, strength, Eggwhite to pop a neutral. Value of Concentration: I AM ENOUGH! Memory Verse: Praise You, ABBA, for GRACE. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, Oh! How I fought the guilt and worry throughout my life, “That I was not Enough!” Sipping my Cup of Fancy (Dark Magic, Green Mountain Decaf..splash of cream) I praise you that through your Holy Word (Romans 8),I learned the truth.  I am Righteous by the blood of Christ-GRACE. My friend, Gracie and I were raised in legalism:&nbsp…

JANUARY 28

Colors: Blues represent Peace.  Sherwin-Williams: Secret Cove/Mountain Air/Ebbtide. Value of Concentration: The mind controlled by The Holy Spirit is peaceful beyond understanding. Memory Verse: The Peace of Christ controls my mind.  Good Morning, ABBA, Father, BRRRRR! It’s a cold one out there! So I’m in my War Room, looking over the farm with snowflakes twirling everywhere! Ready to write; whatever The Holy Spirit produces. I purchased some Dessert Teas from Simpson and Vail (my fav tea co.) Yummy! So this morning my mini teapot  perked Organic Cinnamon Brownie for my Cup of Fancy…

JANUARY 21

Colors: Black and White represents morality. Sherwin-Williams: Black Magic/White Snow. Value of Concentration: Boundaries….beware of sinful situations. Memory Verse: I am the Master of my morality. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, As I sip my Cup of Fancy, (Irish Breakfast Tea), I think back to my childhood; deep faith, a lot of Catholic Guilt, trying to earn my way to heaven while no mention of GRACE. Praise God my Mama was born again and taught me the love of Jesus. Anyone who knows me..knows that I love color. I  taught art and kindergarten. However…when…

JANUARY 14

Colors:   Real Red- the color represents courage, passion, used to stimulate or create urgency. Tricorn Black- the color represents discipline, personal power, survival Value of Concentration: Being a Disciple of Christ Memory Verse: As a Disciple of Christ, many see Jesus, through me. Good Morning, Abba, Father, As a Disciple of your Son, Jesus Christ, I must live according to your precepts.  As I spend time with You this morning, my Cup of Fancy is Pumpkin Spice Decaf, along with a Cinnamon Scone. Perhaps one could wear the color red, or use it in a craft or decoration…

DECEMBER 31

Colors: Purples represent strength, courage, companionship  Sherwin-Williams/Plummy/Berry Cream/Beguiling Mauve to pop a  lavender neutral. Value of Concentration: Make Him your Constant Companion. Memory Verse: He lives within me and surrounds me with his love. Good Morning, ABBA, Father, It is almost the beginning of a new year.  The old is gone. As I sip my Cup Of Fancy (Lemon and Lavender Hot Tea ….along with a Blueberry scone) I look forward to building a deeper intimacy with You, ABBA.     Years ago, you gave me purple, as the color that…