Meanderings in New England

October 9, 2026October 9, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

When the Lord led my husband and me to begin D and D Ministries and we began to travel, we knew it would be crucial to:

Take opportunities to rest when we could
Take time to occasionally travel the scenic route
Pour into our own marriage.

So on this last ministry trip that lasted twelve days, we did all of the above. On the day that we traveled to King Arthur Flour Baking Company, we purchased a sandwich, along with a delicious chocolate croissant and tucked it into the cooler. We decided we’d stop along the way and enjoy it for lunch a little later. I prayed that the Lord would lead us to a special spot to do just that. Wow, did He ever guide us!

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This Week: Ministry, Miles, and Moments

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

We’ve been on the road again this past week and we are so thankful for the ministry opportunities. What a blessing to encourage pastors and their wives, and also marriages and families! I’m learning that everyone has needs and burdens, some greater than others. It’s a joy to walk with them in their heartache, and also rejoice with those who are in a season to rejoice.

When we’re on the road, exercise can be difficult. We were so thankful to stay two nights at a hotel with a good exercise room! Our bodies sure needed it!

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Home decor · ministry · Rest · Winter

January Recap

January 30, 2026January 29, 2026 RefreshHerLeave a comment

After a lovely six weeks of rest and time at home, D and D Ministries started back up the second week of January. We jumped in with both feet, hosting our first Refuge and Refreshment retreat. That means that we planned and hosted a two night, three day retreat at a retreat center. We had precious friends come and cook all the meals, our daughters and one son-in-law were there to serve alongside us, ministering to so many needs.

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Life · ministry · The Scenic Route

Where in the World? North Carolina & Georgia!

May 3, 2024May 3, 2024 RefreshHerLeave a comment

My husband used to say that his family moved so much that every time a U-Haul truck passed by, their furniture rattled! Well, we’re not moving, but recently we have traveled so much that I believe I could say

When the garage door opens, our suitcases rattle!

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Refreshment in marriage · The Scenic Route · Traveling

Follow Us On the Scenic Route!

October 19, 2018October 19, 2018 RefreshHer10 Comments

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My husband has an affinity for back roads. He loves to find out where those side roads venture to and what is on the other side of the hill or mountain before us!

These back road trips are known as The Scenic Route. You can’t imagine the beauty and fun we’ve found on those roads! Bridges, old general stores, streams, historic homes, Continue reading “Follow Us On the Scenic Route!” →