Monday Coffee Talk

 January 12, 2026

2.26

Let’s DillyDally

DillyDally. It’s impossible to say it without smiling, or at least without feeling like you’ve momentarily stepped into a whimsical children’s book. I think we all dillydally far more than we’d like to admit. Let’s face it, we dillydally because our brain loves a good wander.

I’m feeling really accomplished today. I finally found the energy to polish the table and chairs. Those chairs are heavy, and to reach the legs I have to get down on the floor—and the real problem is getting back up again. 😊 That’s a feat all on its own. Yep, I’m very proud of myself.

I watched Singin’ in the Rain the other night—one of those classic films I never get tired of. 

The big dance number with Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds, and Gene Kelly is so entertaining, and I always find myself wondering how many times they had to rehearse before nailing it. I also love Gene Kelly’s singing and dancing to the title song, an unforgettable performance. And to think Debbie Reynolds was only 19 when they filmed it—brand new to the industry, yet she absolutely held her own alongside her seasoned co-stars.

I’ve had something on the shelf that I’ve been wanting to share with you, just seems like other things keep pushing it aside.  Well, today is it’s day to shine . . .

 

I fell in love with the picture, it’s not a staged photo, the photographer happened upon this blue fox in the wild.  Here is the article:

GRAND PRIZE
Kathleen Borshanian
St. George Island, Alaska

“On the high bluffs of St. George Island, there is a 1,000-foot sea cliff where numerous fox trails cut a path precariously close to the edge,” says Borshanian of this enchanting sun- and fog-dappled scene. As she approached the island’s west end, she spotted a female blue Arctic fox about 75 feet away. Hiding behind a tussock, the Salt Lake City photographer used a telephoto lens to record the moment without disturbing the fox or her kits, sleeping nearby.

Mr D got a burst of energy and worked in the yard.  The knock-out roses in front of the window had grown much too tall and blocking my view, so they got a good trim ~  And now I have . . .

 . . . pretty roses to enjoy.

I’ve been busy on an internet search for all I can find about – NEARER TO GOD. (words for 2026)  There are some excellent articles and messages on the subject.  I go to Sermon Central for a lot of my research.  It’s a great site with so many sermons from great teachers.  I’m putting together my own study guide for the year.  So far, I have 17 pages, with more still to come. I don’t know when I’ll have enough, I guess I’ll just know.  I’ve ordered a binder to keep things neat, orderly and close at hand.

“The concept of God’s nearness to those who call upon Him is a profound theme woven throughout the Scriptures, emphasizing the intimate relationship between the Creator and His creation.”

Until Next Time