Good morning, all. It’s Monday and I’m thankful for a new week and the sunshine streaming through the window. The grass is green, daffodils are blooming, and I feel encouraged with a whole week in front of me. What will I or we (my husband and I) choose to do? What will you choose to do with the hours and days that have been given to you?

As a retiree, I have the ability to choose the activities in my day, since I don’t have a work-week ahead of me. In reality, though, we all have choices in how we choose to spend our “free” time. I find myself busy with church activities and Bible study leadership, family activities, and occasional travel. After the last two years of restrictions, I feel blessed. When I consider the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine, I feel guilty. Some of my time this week will be spent in prayer for all those experiencing warfare conditions. I ask you to join me in seeking God’s mercy on the people in this situation.

Use your week wisely – it’s time we won’t get back. God bless.

Sue