Blogging is Beginning

Someone once told me that a writer should write. In order to become a better writer, "practice makes perfect." In fact, blogging is a pretty good way to pour out thoughts through computer keys to fill a blank square on a screen. I have attempted to be a consistent "blogger" only twice before the creation of this blog. I can't say that I am a failure, but the blogs did not write themselves, and days and weeks passed before it occurred to me that nothing was being written.

While I lived in Scotland, blogging seemed more essential. We were a long ways away from everyone, and there was lots to tell. When we returned home, blogging seemed less important and I struggled for things to say. Further, I really doubted that anyone ever wanted to read, or took the time to read, the blogs I created. That's when I was told that the purpose of blogging is not for the benefit of the readers, but of the writer.

Perhaps "three's a charm." This is my third attempt to set up a place where I can think and write and respond to life. This time it was difficult to "title" my blog. I try to avoid bare names, empty rhymes, trite plays-on-words and self-serving titles. I have chosen a very meaningful Scriptural passage (at least to me) from 2 Peter; most of my adult life I have desired to "grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." I have lived long enough to know that we never "arrive" this side of heaven. I continue to appreciate the grace given to me by God, and I continue to strive to "know" Him through his Son and through his Word. One of my greatest joys in life is to share the word of God with anyone who will listen -- in and out of the classroom. So, thanks for reading....and stay tuned............