If I Were A Princess

Posted on December 3, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

If I were a princess and lived in this tower, I would gaze upon the green surrounding me, watching the waving fronds of the nearby palm tree and happily wile away the hours singing to the nearby birds.

That’s the dream version. In reality, I would probably be wondering how I was going to manage those steep circular stairs another day, wish for the Prince to come rescue me already, and long for a different view for just a day.

Aren’t we humans funny creatures? I love to dream, to imagine, to see things sometimes differently than they are. And that’s ok, because life gets challenging sometimes, and the reality isn’t too fun to look at all the time. So dream away…big, bold, beautiful dreams. Slainte, Lisa

Postscript: I really am a princess….check it out: “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” ~1 Peter 2:9

“How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called the children of God! And that is what we are! ~1John 3:1

Which Way Is Up?

Posted on November 15, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Have you ever taken a picture, then gone back and totally forgotten what it is, what angle it was taken from, and even which side is up? Well, here is an example of just such a picture. I know that it was taken in Powerscourt Gardens in Wicklow, and I know that the year was 2001. That’s about all I know. 🙂 I have posted it in the direction that seems the most likely, but who knows really? Anyway, I thought it would be fun to get feedback….is it the right way? What is it? Chime in and tell me what it is I’m looking at! If you don’t know, make up something interesting to make me laugh! Slainte, Lisa

Staking Their Claim

Posted on November 1, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

The men in our family are so much fun to travel with. I never know what they will be up to next, and it usually involves something that will make me laugh, smile, and say things like, “You guys are crazy!” 🙂 I will let the pictures do the talking… (By the way, the women in the family have a lot of fun too, but that’s another post for another day!)

The Lyons men plus a few assorted stuffed dogs staking their claim to “Castlelyons”

Interesting lunch menu 🙂

The Lyons gang rounded up and “locked” away for another day. 😉

Photos are provided complements of the year 2001. The little guy with the stuffed animals is much taller than me now. How does this happen? Have a grand day filled with adventures, laughter, and warm drinks. Slainte, Lisa

Wisdom Wednesday

Posted on October 30, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Some Wednesday Wisdom

A cabin with plenty of food is better than a hungry castle.

May you never forget what is worth remembering, or remember what is best forgotten.

Humor to a man is like a feather pillow. It is filled with what is easy to get but gives great comfort.

A good retreat is better than a bad stand.

Life is like a cup of tea, it’s all in how you make it!

(shameless product placement, but as a Lyons I feel compelled 🙂 )

I pray wisdom and humor and laughter and joy for your day! Slan, Lisa

Official Notification of a Hermit Crab

Posted on October 2, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Rightly so, you should be asking yourself, “what in the world is she talking about?” Yes, I am a hermit crab when it comes to my living preferences. Exhibit A for your consideration: This lovely village in St. Lucia where many people are probably happily aboding upon the steep inclines of the terrain.

Village in St. Lucia

But this little hermit crab feels rather claustrophobic at the thought of living so close together, and also I would be more than a bit nervous that my little house would just fall right off the side of the hill. 😉 I think that there is definitely truth to the whole country mouse/city mouse tale, and I am happy to be a country mouse for sure!

This manifests itself when we travel; my husband and I are instantly drawn to the country, to the space, to the rural scenes of the area. When we get to the cities, we look quickly, enjoy a good meal in a nice restaurant, and move on. Isn’t it amazing and marvelous how people are so different and unique? I have a good friend who’s very much the opposite. The thought of hanging out in the country is almost physically painful; she adores the city, the bustle, the activities. God is cool; He makes things for all of us different people to enjoy. Enjoy your country or your city to the fullest today! 🙂 Slainte, Lisa

Open water with nary a house in sight…ah yes 🙂

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