Lisa’s Top 5 St Patrick’s Day Countdown…Number 5

Posted on March 12, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

My love of Irish music is deep. And about this time of year, my favorite groups, singers and songs get turned up a little louder and more frequently. So I thought it would be fun to have my own countdown of my favorite Irish groups/singers, some of which are traditional and some not so much. Without further ado…..number 5 is The High Kings, a group of four talented guys who could sing me my address book and I’d be happy. Enjoy “The Star of the County Down.” Slainte, Lisa

Ode to Hot Water

Posted on March 8, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

There was a time in my life when I romanticized living in the past…walking around with crinolined skirts all day, riding by horse and wagon to town, dancing in ballrooms. You get the idea. But the past few days showed me the wonders of our modern day and all its conveniences. Like many others, we lost power due to the March snowstorm that hit the east coast. No showers, no working toilets, no warm stoves and no computers. And I realized how much I love those things and appreciate the marvels of technological advancements. That first shower last night after the power roared back to life….I now feel moved to compose a tribute. 🙂

“Ode to Hot Water”

Sluggish, stiff and lank, the people waited

Stepping into steamy streams of warmth, they rejoiced

Muscles relaxed, scents of soaps and shampoos surfaced

Standing longer than they should, the water surrounded and comforted

For a time, the people did not take for granted

If you are blessed with hot water and warmth today, rejoice! Slainte, Lisa

The Beckoning Beach

Posted on March 5, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Just walk through…it’s waiting…white sand, blue waters, warm breezes.
A bit of Caribbean dreaming for the day. Slainte, Lisa

Spring Is Coming

Posted on March 4, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Before these precious little crocuses in my yard get squashed by the 6 to 12 inch snow the forecasters say is coming, I wanted to share them with you. Spring is coming…the flowers and budding trees and green grass and warmth on our faces. I have to tell you, I’m not a big snow fan, but I know complaining and moaning about it will only make it worse. So I’m going to focus on what I know is ahead, past the other side of the wet stuff.

There’s a great song by Steven Curtis Chapman called “Spring Is Coming” that he wrote when he and his family were facing very hard days. There are seasons, and after the hard times have passed, the warmth will return. It’s coming. 🙂 Blessings and love, Lisa

The Best Shepherd Ever

Posted on March 1, 2013 by lyonsroarforgod

Weekends usually hold a lot of expectation for most people. Time to relax, time to be with family, time to reconnect with friends, time to pursue some grand adventure. And sometimes the expectation can be rather exhausting. “What are we going to do this weekend? I don’t know…what do you want to do?” etc. Sometimes it’s good just to rest and recharge for the next week, and not have so many plans. Here’s a great psalm for meditating on contentment and peace.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not be in want

He makes me lie down in green pastures

He leads me beside quiet waters

He restores my soul. (Psalm 23:1-3a)

In the midst of your weekend, take a deep breath and just be….just be. The best Shepherd ever is taking care of us. Slainte, Lisa

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Lisa Lyons

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