Author Archives: Hillside Laughter

Highlights from our travels to the West

We are soon to return to Kentucky from our western travels.  We have seen a bit of six states on the way:  Oregon, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, and Washington.  I am attaching ten pictures to give the flavor: Haystack Rock … Continue reading

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Grand Tetons viewed from Jenny Lake

Today we did some more looking around at the beautiful Tetons.  And we were able to get ourselves in the pictures at Jenny Lake.   Smile.   Here are six more pictures of this part of our trip.  Jenny Lake is … Continue reading

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Wyoming and the Grand Tetons

Today we were blessed to see God’s creation as expressed in the Grand Tetons.  The mountains are magnificent and we even saw a bear. On the way to Jackson, Wyoming, we managed a 10% grade both up and down over … Continue reading

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The Grotto

Yesterday we visited “The Grotto”, a beautiful prayer garden on a hillside in Portland, Oregon.  Here are some of the pictures from that tranquil site.  Statues of Jesus, St. Joseph, St. Francis, and many others stand among towering pines.  Jesus … Continue reading

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“Decorations” for Kai . . .

As the birth of Kai approached, Joyce made a number of beautiful and practical items for him.  These are now in use or ready for use.  The following pictures will give you some idea of a grandmother’s love.  TLT

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New grandson–KAI

Well, the long-awaited laptop finally arrived at the door here in Oregon so that I am now able to download pictures, check my email, and send you a post of our recent life. I will not say much; just send you a couple … Continue reading

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The Church Alphabet–Epilogue

THE CHURCH ALPHABET TO READ ALL 26 POSTS IN ORDER CLICK HERE Epilogue As we conclude our look at these 26 words of The Church Alphabet, we need to note that God speaks through words.  His great and ultimate book, … Continue reading

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The Church Alphabet — Zion

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Wrestling with Truth — September 2, 2012

MALACHI (chapters 1 – 4) IS THERE ANY HOPE? 1.                 [The people of Israel]  . . . were doubting God’s love 2.                 They were dishonoring God’s name 3.                 They were profaning God’s covenant 4.                 They were trying God’s patience 5.                 … Continue reading

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The Church Alphabet — Yoke

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