by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 1, 2026 | culture, Entertainment, family, generosity
Bitsy had a thoroughly good time last night announcing visitors and running to the door to greet them. We handed out candy to about a dozen family groups, enjoying their costumes, chatting with parents, etc. It was a beautiful evening for a family outing and everyone...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Sep 11, 2026 | blessing, family, Granny Boyd, Gratitude
Listen to the tone. Consider the context. Don’t be surprised by the little jabs that sometimes come. Be aware of small hints that reveal truths anout feelings that have been buried deep. i visited my Mother last Friday. She will be 90 in December. Our relationship has...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jul 17, 2026 | Bible Study, family
”Did you know Jacob was buried with Leah, not Rachel?Not the woman he loved.Not the one he cried for.Not the one he labored fourteen years to have.Leah.In Genesis 49:29–31, when Jacob was about to die, he gave a clear instruction:“Bury me… in the cave… where...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Apr 29, 2026 | Comfort, family, heart of God
51 years ago today I prepared my bag to head to the hospital for the delivery of our second child, Charlotte Ann. It had been an anxious pregnancy. I remember her birth as clearly as if it were just last week……the doctor, the nurses, the coldness of the room, their...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jan 31, 2026 | Faith, family, God's will, Uncategorized
Psalm 68″May God arise, may his enemies be scattered;may his foes flee before him.2 May you blow them away like smoke—as wax melts before the fire,may the wicked perish before God.3 But may the righteous be gladand rejoice before God;may they be happy and...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jan 29, 2026 | Faith, family, Grace, poetry
I’ve stood by your cradle and watched you Dream your silent dreams. Empty they are of a language But filled with humor, it seems. So recently from His hand you’ve come The two of you still share A private thought between you That makes a smile your prayer. 5/24/73....
