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SINGING HER WAY HOME
Friday, January 31, 2020 by Leona Choy

I've just finished talking with MYFRIEND by phone. She lives in another state. I called her with my cell phone and she answered by lifting her cumbersome large phone with the big numbers to her shoulder with both floppy wrists and propping it up with her head to the side. Then she sang all the words to one of her favorite hymns—right on pitch, her voice still steady and strong. But if we were on Skype, I would see the rest of her ninety-some-year-old “earth suit” body lying helpless on a hospital bed.

MYFRIEND has been in Hospice care for a month in the final stages of IBM. Inclusion Body Myositis is a rare inflammatory and degenerative muscle disease of unknown origin, thought to be a form of autoimmune disorder. Commonly starting in later calendar years with a tendency to fall or trip, it progresses to painless weakening of hands, wrists and fingers and gradually the wasting of muscles in forearms and legs.

We laughed together as she described what an extended “platform” of influence God is giving her since she let go of “things of this world” by having to move out of the home where she and her late medical doctor husband lived for fifty years while raising their family.

“My family asked me what I wanted to do with my accumulation of years of heritage collections, library, antique furniture—all the 'stuff'—and it is so freeing to just let it go! I'm leaving my earthly home to go to my Eternal Home where Jesus said He is preparing 'A Place'. I trust that includes everything I'll need there.”

MYFRIEND described meal times when she is wheel-chaired to the dining room. “I have refused a feeding tube. As long as I can, I'll try to feed myself by wedging a fork between two fingers and trying to get food safely from my plate to my mouth. My cheerful aid-helper feeds me and cleans up when I fail—like this morning when I tipped over my cereal,” she chuckles. “In the final stages of IBM I know that swallowing will become impossible. I am likely to choke to death.”

I asked MYFRIEND how she manages at night. “I've had to learn the lesson of being thankful to accept help. Since I'm completely dependent, the night nursing girls have to come often to my room to attend to my needs. There's quite a turnover staff so I have quiet, private opportunities for close bonding chats with different ones. They share their problems with me. They are like my granddaughters. They are willing when I ask if I might pray for them. Day by day I encounter new medical people and caretakers and housekeeping staff. Such beautiful chances to be bold in my gentle witness for the Lord! After all, this is my last opportunity to introduce Him to anyone He sends to me.”

MYFRIEND doesn't hesitate to lay her gnarled, limp hand on her visitors to impart a blessing to them like the dying patriarch in the Bible record. Her Bible lies always open. Since she can't close her fingers anymore, she can't turn the pages well—her chance to ask her visitors to find a passage for her and they read and talk about it together.

She can't wave goodbye in a normal gesture either. So she has developed a side-wise wave that her grandchildren have picked up on, somewhat like one that Queen Elizabeth practices.

“So much of my body is paralyzed and unresponsive to my wishes, but the Lord has blessed me with a clear mind and a spirit that is responsive to the possibilities He is opening for me here to serve Him. My vocal chords are still unaffected and I can praise and thank Him for what I have left. I can still talk and sing. I use both to witness for Jesus. Careful not to disturb others, if I am alone in my room I sing to the Lord every precious hymn I can remember. Sometimes my door is inadvertently left ajar. I didn't realize I could be heard down the hall until other residents thanked me for lifting their spirits.”

“The day may come soon when my voice too will be affected. Then I will “sing with the spirit” silent words and melodies I have learned by heart. My voice crackles now but my spirit voice will be right on pitch. I will have an audience of One—the important One to Whom I direct my praise will hear me.”

After Mary anointed Jesus' feet with precious, costly fragrant perfume, He said that what she did would be remembered everywhere and forever. MYFRIEND is a beloved “person of influence” right where He has planted her for however short a time. She is living out Colossians 3:16, letting God's Word dwell in her richly rather than complaining about diminishing opportunities and her earth-life coming to a close. It is not insignificant that her final place of residence is called “Sunrise” not “Sunset.”

May this brief tribute of love and respect for MYFRIEND which I am posting on my blog extend her “platform” still further to you. I share it for our encouragement and example with my many friends who read this website. May we all learn to “Come before His presence with singing” during the rest of our journey Home, no matter what our lot in life. (Psalm 100)

 

 

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Roger Warda From Macomb Two. MI At 2/9/2020 9:17:33 PM

Please give a warning when you send a blog like MYFRIEND, so I can have a box of Kleenex at my side. Like a melody you hear and it repeats all day, the story of MYFRIEND will repeat in my memory the rest of the day. THANKS LEONA. Love, Roger.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Roger, MYFRIEND is still with us, rejoicing in the Lord even while it is becoming more difficult. Their entire Care Facility is now quarantined because of virus--I don't know which virus.

Mary Koyan From Berea At 2/5/2020 8:15:11 AM

Oh my ! There are no words. What a beautiful life! We can only hope to live with such dignity and grace! And with such a magnificent witness to Christ! Oh Muriel,Dear one, May you rest in the arms of your loving savior and leave us in the most beautiful chariot as you go on before us.

Reply by: Leona Choy

I agree with your desire and prayer. Any may an abundant portion of her dedication and faithful life be left with us as she leaves. She is presently declining and can no longer sing with vocal chords, but makes melody in her heart nevertheless.

Susan From Kimler At 2/4/2020 3:27:33 PM

Many years ago I had a pneumonia that left me with nothing. I couldn't even breathe..breathing machine did that for me. Only 40, I was appalled to be so helpless. But in retrospect....I realized that needing care is one more way to give to God. You, care giver, and God..a lovely trinity! SING ON!

Reply by: Leona Choy

Yes, in our weakness and limitations the grace of God is all the more sufficient. Not an easy lesson to learn. There is a special grace we need to accept help when we need it. Muriel's voice is more faint but she sings in her spirit to an audience of One.

Rosa Maria From El Paso Texas At 2/4/2020 2:52:12 PM

Thank you and your frien because she is telling us to enjoy life and accept what God gives us at the end. Sing joyfully to God with song and psalms(Ps.95) We should always remember that no matter what state we find ourselves, God Loves us. May God continue Blessing you !

Reply by: Leona Choy

We each have our own song to sing in response to whatever circumstances of life we find ourselves. Sometimes in the major key, sometimes in the minor. But a song of thanksgiving and gratitude at all times is the melody that pleases the Lord.

Peggi Tustan From Cleveland, Ohio At 2/4/2020 8:38:18 AM

What a beautiful tribute! I'm in tears.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Peggi, MYFRIEND's name is Muriel and she has given permission for me to share it with friends who are led to pray her gently Home. She is still with us singing and witnessing of the Lord's goodness.

Mary Ellen From Birmingham At 2/3/2020 10:42:34 PM

WOW, Leona! Somewhat takes my breath away; what a very dear, faithful child of the Lord! Thank you for this inspiration to persevere until our appointment into His presence.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Muriel, MYFRIEND, has given permission to share her name with intercessors who want to join in praying her gently HOME when it's time.

yvonne From California At 2/3/2020 3:05:48 PM

I have to do my daily chores before I can talk in depth with you. But I do wish you a happy new 2020!

Reply by: Leona Choy

Dear Vonnie, feel free to share anything with me by email confidentially as I want to walk with you through any difficulties in this season of your life.God has promised that His goodness and mercy shall SURELY be with you 24/7 regardless of circumstances. I send this with my love and a big hug.

Meredyth witmer From Lancaster, Pa. At 2/2/2020 3:10:40 PM

Thanks, Leona, that was a very interesting and challenging story! It helps those of us with other medical problems to keep looking up and be a witness to other people in spite of our own difficulty! Blessings to you as you continue to write!!

Reply by: Leona Choy

The Lord sees your trust in Him despite any disorders of your "earth suit" body--"common to man" and woman too, of course, the apostle Paul calls them. The Lord uses your faithfulness in times of weakness as a witness to others beyond what you know. I pray that you may walk in His favor especially in decisions you need to make soon.

Joanne Seale From Winchester At 2/2/2020 8:06:38 AM

Leona, this is sooo beautiful! YOURFRIEND is such a special person, a saint in the way she has accepted her suffering and used it to give glory to God. I pray that I am able to accept God's will for me the way she has and do it joyfully and gratefully.

Reply by: Leona Choy

MURIEL has given me permission to let friends know her name who feel led to pray for her that God would lead her gently to her heavenly Home.She continues to be a shining light in her Hospice season.

“Ruth” From Ohio At 2/2/2020 7:01:01 AM

Our dear friend, It becomes quite evident God’s purpose in restoring you to active service! How many times you have brought a ray of light to us by your blogs. Here’s another one full of joy, full of counsel and encouragement! Thank you for sharing! ??

Reply by: Leona Choy

Muriel in Ohio has given me permission to share her name with friends who want to pray her gently Home. Yes, I have new light and direction and a clear,renewed calling since the blessings of my surgery.I'm experiencing an "eagle season rejuvenation" with a quickening of both body and spirit. Thank you for praying for me- please keep on.

Jack Curtis From Missouri At 2/1/2020 10:19:08 PM

Thank you, Mrs. Choy, for that beautiful piece. Thank you, Lord, for the melody you place in our heart.

Reply by: Leona Choy

God bless you Dr.Jack for your wisdom and skill 30 years ago in surgery for my lung cancer. God used you to heal my body to continue an active service for the Lord beyond anything I ever imagined.God bless you with His favor in this season of your life in some surprising ways. "May the music of your life draw people to inquire about the lyrics."

Dottie From Danbury At 2/1/2020 8:02:27 PM

Thank you, Leona. What a witness!

Reply by: Leona Choy

Her name is Muriel in Ohio and she is grateful for friends who want to pray for her. God grant that you and I when we walk our final path be as joyful and satisfied and eager to run into the arms of our Heavenly Father and experience Forever the celebration of Heaven.

Cathy From At 2/1/2020 4:59:26 PM

A beautiful tribute to a beautiful child of God.

Reply by: Leona Choy

May God grant that like my friend Muriel "the music of our lives might draw those who hear us singing to inquire about the lyrics and come to know the Composer."

Joyce Gates From Amherst, Ohio At 2/1/2020 4:02:16 PM

She is praising God and using her talents for Him.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Let's pray that Muriel's witness may bear fruit way beyond her sweet presence with us here. Thank you for being there for her at this summit time of her life. May the reward for her faithfulness be waiting at her WELCOME HOME celebration.

Lindsay Van Sicklen From Arkadelphia Arkansas At 2/1/2020 2:17:32 PM

What a beautiful tribute to your friend AND an example to those of us on different places in our lives.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Yes. And may the music of our lives be so joyous that those who hear us singing may inquire about the lyrics and meet the Divine Composer.

Joseph From Toronto, Ontario At 2/1/2020 12:30:33 PM

Dear Sister in Christ Leona: Thank you for sharing this very interesting and uplifting encounter. May the Joy of the Lord fill our hearts always looking forward to that perfect eternal body by Christ and for Christ glory alone. Joe S.

Reply by: Leona Choy

may the music of our lives be so joyous that those who hear us singing may inquire about the lyrics and meet the Divine Composer.

Elaine Marshall From Minnesota At 2/1/2020 8:30:55 AM

That tribute about your friend was so beautiful, What a joy it must be to be her friend! She, like you, is being a blessing to so many and honoring our Lord,

Reply by: Leona Choy

Friends sharpen friends and each builds the other up. I thank the Lord for bringing you into my life. MYFRIEND's name is Muriel in Ohio and she welcomes your prayers for the rest of her way Home.

Kay Dawson From Winchester,VA At 2/1/2020 7:54:53 AM

So much to appreciate about her, thank you.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Do you like this way of summing up our witness for the Lord under all circumstances? May the music of our lives be so joyous that those who hear us singing may inquire about the lyrics and meet the Divine Composer.

Sanna From Virginia At 2/1/2020 7:44:02 AM

What a blessing to read this today. I attended a funeral this week where four adult men gave testimony of the Godly life of their father, and how he fostered their relationship with Jesus. One son is a Federal Judge, two are pastors, and the fourth a military officer. God's continuing blessings.

Reply by: Leona Choy

I perceive that the Lord has planted you exactly where you will bear spiritual fruit for Him. May His favor and opportunities become so obvious to you that it will no longer surprise you. You are a faithful, shining light on a lamp stand in that particular residence among the exact people the Lord wants to reach.

Mary From Winchester At 2/1/2020 4:30:53 AM

Leona, this is beautiful and inspiring. Your friend has found, and is sharing, joy in her suffering. I hope I persevere as well as she. Thank you for sharing. Praying.

Reply by: Leona Choy

Her name is Muriel in Ohio and she welcomes prayers for the rest of her way Home, that the fruit of her witness will remain. I like to put it,"May the music of our lives be so joyous that those who hear us singing may inquire about the lyrics and be introduced to the Divine Composer.

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A TESTED HELP
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ENCHANTED GROUND?
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BEAUTIFUL TOGETHER
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9/28/2020

OUR PREOCCUPATION WITH “SETI”
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9/24/2020

SHINE THROUGH ME
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9/21/2020

“THINGS TO COME...”
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9/17/2020

RIDING THE SHOCK WAVES
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9/14/2020

SLEEP WITH OUR CLOTHES ON
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9/10/2020

HOW DO YOU SMELL BY NOW?
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9/7/2020

"I AM NOT A ROBOT!”
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9/3/2020

PROLIFERATION OF DROPOUTS
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8/31/2020

MESSAGE FROM 8TH CENTURY B.C.
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8/27/2020

BRIDGES TO SOMEWHERE
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8/24/2020

GET UP OFF THE FLOOR
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8/20/2020

"Under" the Circumstances?
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8/17/2020

TOO MUCH STUFF
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8/13/2020

Pacemakers and Pacesetters
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8/10/2020

Bug Out Bags and More
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8/6/2020

GIVE ME THIS DAY FRESH BREAD
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8/3/2020

FAMILY TREE HUGGERS
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7/30/2020

“WHO WERE YOU?”
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7/27/2020

WALKING WITH JESUS
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7/23/2020

WHAT DOES MY COVID JOURNEY LOOK LIKE?
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7/20/2020

HEARING VOICES
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7/16/2020

A TIME TO BE HELD
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7/13/2020

RUMBLE STRIPS AHEAD!
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7/9/2020

“WHATEVER IS LOVELY AND BRINGS PEACE...”
Leona Choy

7/7/2020

TO PLAN OR NOT TO PLAN
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7/5/2020

MY OWN INDEPENDENCE DAY
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7/3/2020

WHAT'S OUT THERE?
Leona Choy

7/1/2020

“FULL OF SAP AND VERY GREEN”
Leona Choy

6/28/2020

SPIRITUAL ATHEROSCLEROSIS
Leona Choy

6/25/2020

JUST FOR FUN
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6/23/2020

WHO'S COUNTING?
Leona Choy

6/20/2020

PRAYER IS NOT FOR SISSIES
Leona Choy

6/18/2020

MY KITCHEN TIMER SPEAKS
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6/16/2020

SQUEAKING HINGES
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6/14/2020

“US WOMEN ON OUR OWN”
Leona Choy

6/12/2020

PREPARING AN ETERNAL “NEST”
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6/10/2020

TENDING TO MY CATERPILLARS AND COCOONS
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6/8/2020

STILL LEAPING UPSTREAM
Leona Choy

6/6/2020

POKING HOLES IN THE DARKNESS
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6/3/2020

ARE WE THERE YET?
Leona Choy

5/31/2020

NEW WINE-SKIN PEOPLE
Leona Choy

5/30/2020

EARTH SUIT vs SPACE SUIT: Increasing Tension
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5/29/2020

ONLY A CHAPTER
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5/28/2020

WOUNDED WARRIORS
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5/26/2020

WEARY OR JUST TIRED?
Leona Choy

5/24/2020

WEARING PAJAMAS IN COMBAT?
Leona Choy

5/22/2020

RETHINKING THE PREPPER MINDSET
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5/20/2020

THE INTRIGUE OF ISOLATION
Leona Choy

5/18/2020

CONTEST OF THE CONDIMENTS
Leona Choy

5/15/2020

THOUGHTS FOR US “VULNERABLES”
Leona Choy

5/13/2020

WHO WANTS TO PLAY STATUE?
Leona Choy

5/12/2020

BALCONY CONCERTS
Leona Choy

5/11/2020

GIANTS IN OUR FAMILY TREE
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5/8/2020

WHAT ABOUT THOSE GRASSHOPPERS?
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5/6/2020

METATHESIOPHOBIA!
Leona Choy

5/4/2020

WITHERED HANDS
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5/3/2020

WRITE A TIME CAPSULE
Leona Choy

5/1/2020

CASTING PRACTICE
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4/30/2020

MASKS
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4/29/2020

LAST STRAW?
Leona Choy

4/28/2020

MY SURVIVOR ASSIGNMENT
Leona Choy

4/25/2020

SEGUE TIME
Leona Choy

4/24/2020

SURE, I'LL PRAY FOR YOU
Leona Choy

4/23/2020

MEANWHILE, WE GROAN
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4/22/2020

PARABLE OF THE DISORDERED EGG
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4/20/2020

CHANTING THE PSALMS—A “JOYFUL NOISE”
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4/19/2020

OUR GREEN ROOM/GREENHOUSE
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4/16/2020

PSALMS IN COLOR
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4/15/2020

TV WATCH AND PRAY
Leona Choy

4/14/2020

JUST PASSING BY?
Leona Choy

4/9/2020

A SAFE PLACE ON THE ROCK
Leona Choy

4/8/2020

GETTING A GOOD SHAKING
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4/7/2020

THE UPSIDE OF DOWNTIME
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4/6/2020

ANNOUNCING! PANDEMIC READ-A-THON!
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4/4/2020

GOD'S OBSESSION WITH FRUIT
Leona Choy

4/3/2020

BLOOMING BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
Leona Choy

4/2/2020

GRAY CLOUD FOLKS
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4/1/2020

END OF THE STORY
Leona Choy

3/31/2020

RAVENS DELIVERY SERVICE
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3/30/2020

CALAMITY COMFORT
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3/29/2020

A DESERT FABLE
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3/28/2020

A PERSONAL MESSAGE
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3/27/2020

SURFING THE PANDEMIC WAVES
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3/25/2020

HOW ARE YOUR “WITS” DOING?
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3/24/2020

FALLEN ROCKS
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3/23/2020

HUNKERING AT EAGLE SUMMIT
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3/21/2020

TENT DWELLING
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3/21/2020

A MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE
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3/20/2020

HANDS ON THE PLOW
Leona Choy

3/19/2020

SUBMARINE LIVING
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3/18/2020

A NEW HAPPY DANCE
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3/17/2020

SOCIAL DISTANCING
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3/13/2020

THE RELUCTANT PILGRIM
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3/11/2020

THE MYSTERIOUS "SELAH" WORD
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3/9/2020

MY CLAP OFFERING
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3/8/2020

ONE DOLLAR DAFFODIL
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3/7/2020

BOUND BY AN INVISIBLE THREAD
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3/4/2020

NOT SILENCED
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2/26/2020

BEING OWLISH ABOUT WISDOM
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2/24/2020

"In the beginning..." before GOOGLE
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2/22/2020

PULLED FROM THE BRINK
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2/20/2020

APPLE OF HIS EYE
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2/9/2020

SINGING HER WAY HOME
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1/31/2020

EATIN' SHORTBREAD
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1/24/2020

PLATFORM, PODIUM, PULPIT OR PEDESTAL?
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1/17/2020

BUCKET LIST AGAIN?
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1/12/2020

IN SEARCH OF A MAKEOVER
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12/31/2019

SEASONAL SAG
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12/30/2019

THE MYSTERY OF TIME
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12/28/2019

2020 MY RENEWED EAGLE YEAR
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12/26/2019

Post Surgery Report
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12/3/2019

SURGERY ENCORE
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11/23/2019

“You Have the Right to Remain Silent”
Leona Choy

10/31/2019

WHO IS SHAKING MY TREE?
Leona Choy

10/30/2019

WHO IS THE BOSS OF ME?
Leona Choy

10/15/2019

LORD, MOVE MY MOUNTAIN!
Leona Choy

10/13/2019

ANOTHER WAITING ROOM
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10/11/2019

DON'T BE SHEEPISH
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10/10/2019

THE VALUE OF SELF-TALK
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9/28/2019

LASER PRAYER
Leona Choy

9/27/2019

THANKS FOR THE MEMORY
Leona Choy

9/12/2019

CARRY ME, FATHER
Leona Choy

9/5/2019

MY PERSONAL SPIRITUAL WORKOUT
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9/4/2019

PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS?
Leona Choy

9/1/2019

Lessons from My Cup
Leona Choy

8/20/2019

STRAW & THE CAMEL'S BACK
Leona Choy

8/7/2019

BECOMING MORE "FRUITY"
Leona Choy

7/10/2019

CREATIVE ENCOUNTERS
Leona Choy

7/3/2019

PITCHING IT RIGHT
Leona Choy

6/30/2019

“WHAT DO YOU WANT TO DO WHEN YOU GROW UP?”
Leona Choy

6/25/2019

34580 and COUNTING
Leona Choy

6/18/2019

MOUNTAINS AND MOLEHILLS
Leona Choy

6/14/2019

CHEERLEADING
Leona Choy

6/6/2019

HANDS ON THE PLOW
Leona Choy

5/22/2019

WAITING FOR GRADUATION DAY
Leona Choy

5/17/2019

I THINK BOOKS
Leona Choy

5/13/2019

ONLY TALK WITH YOUR MOUTH FULL!
Leona Choy

5/4/2019

HO-HUM FAITH
Leona Choy

4/18/2019

BREATHTAKING THOUGHTS
Leona Choy

4/7/2019

TOO MUCH ON MY PLATE?
Leona Choy

3/31/2019

EARTH SUIT vs SPACE SUIT: Increasing Tension
Leona Choy

3/4/2019

AVOIDING A SPIRITUAL "OOPS!"
Leona Choy

3/1/2019

PURSUING WISDOM
Leona Choy

2/19/2019

A THORNY MATTER
Leona Choy

2/15/2019

A SOMEWHAT GRUMPY CHAT WITH GOD
Leona Choy

2/12/2019

A FISH STORY
Leona Choy

2/8/2019

LET'S EAT NOODLES TOGETHER!
Leona Choy

1/21/2019

SATISFIED--A SECRET TO SHARE
Leona Choy

1/11/2019

STILL RUNNING
Leona Choy

12/29/2018

RESISTANCE TO ASSISTANCE
Leona Choy

12/6/2018

CHALLENGE OF THE FOURTH QUARTER
Leona Choy

11/26/2018

KEEPING A TRADITION
Leona Choy

11/15/2018

PUBLISHING FUND PROGRESS
Leona Choy

11/5/2018

"GOING STEADY" WITH MY "SUGAR CANE"
Leona Choy

11/3/2018

A SHOUT-OUT FOR A NEW BUTTERFLY
Leona Choy

10/31/2018

THANKSGIVING IN OCTOBER
Leona Choy

10/7/2018

REPEAT OFFENDERS
Leona Choy

9/30/2018

SHINING WHEN YOUR BATTERY IS LOW
Leona Choy

9/21/2018

I DESERVE IT...DESERVE IT NOT....
Leona Choy

9/13/2018

WHAT'S IN A NAME?
Leona Choy

9/10/2018

WAITING FOR GOD'S DUE TIME
Leona Choy

9/3/2018

STONES AND COVERUPS AND HOLY EARS
Leona Choy

8/31/2018

IT'S ALL ABOUT SHOES
Leona Choy

8/29/2018

THE HOLY SPIRIT IS MY CELL TOWER
Leona Choy

8/27/2018

REJUVENATION GOD'S WAY
Leona Choy

8/17/2018

STUCK IN THE MUD?
Leona Choy

8/13/2018

TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR
Leona Choy

8/8/2018

WHEN'S A GOOD TIME TO "EXULT"?
Leona Choy

7/30/2018

Survey For the Calendar-Challenged
Leona Choy

7/25/2018

Destiny Decisions
Leona Choy

7/19/2018

BEDROOM SLIPPERS OR HIKING BOOTS?
Leona Choy

7/18/2018

Hurrah for the Prepper Bridesmaids!
Leona Choy

7/13/2018

THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS?
Leona Choy

7/10/2018

BARNACLES
Leona Choy

6/5/2018