Quotes

"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment."

~Ralph Waldo Emerson~

"A garden left to itself is soon nothing but weeds, stickers, and dry, parched ground. Like a lovely, abundant garden, your relationship with God requires constant care and attention if it is to flourish and prosper."

~Unknown~

Happy Flag Day!

The red and white stripes of our flag represent the original thirteen colonies with the blue as a background for the stars representing those colonies. As new states were added so were more stars. Fly the flag proudly. It is the valiant symbol of our freedom.

Random Facts About Fort Wayne, IN

Recently, I attended a social function for seminary wives, since that is now my label, here in Fort Wayne at Concordia University. We played a game about the history of Fort Wayne and I learned a ton and found out some interesting facts! So, I thought I would share some with you.

-Fort Wayne was named after General "Mad Anthony" Wayne.

-The population of Fort Wayne today is approximately 252,000.

-Fort Wayne was the home of the FIRST woman's professional baseball team, the Daisies. The 1992 movie "A League of Their Own" was based upon this team.

-Vera Bradley holds an annual shopping event that attracts over 30,000 people. Items are available for 40-70% off of retail. Next year's sale will be April 28-May 1, 2010. Mark your calendars ladies! :)

-John Chapman known as "Johnny Appleseed" is buried in Ft. Wayne. There is a Johnny Appleseed Festival every September, this year it will celebrate its 35th anniversary.

-There are 327 recognized organized congregations (churches) in Fort Wayne.

-DeBrands is a famous chocolate company located in Ft. Wayne. Donald Trump orders his chocolates from there.

-The city motto of Ft. Wayne is "Room for Dreams."