SAYS EDWINA

  There is so much to talk about thanks to DJT and his cohorts. Well, one cohort in particular today, billionaire Commerce Secretary Howard William Lutnick.  Last week Lutnick said this (paraphrase): my mother-in-law is 94 years old. If she did not get her social security check one month she wouldn't say a word, would not complain. She'd just wait until next month. The people who'd complain are fraudsters. What a bald-faced lie! Let's keep it real shall we! His mother-in-law wouldn't miss a beat.  FACT: 97 percent of older adults (aged 60 to 89) either receive Social Security or will receive it, according to Social Security Administration estimates. The near universality of Social Security brings many important advantages. It provides a foundation of retirement protection for people at all earnings levels. Social Security as a Primary Income Source: Social Security benefits are the largest source of income for most retirees, with research indicating that for...

 Today, the first day for my new blog. I have lots on my mind which I hope to share with you in the coming days and weeks ahead. My family shares a daily text set up to say good morning, share news, birthdays and more. The flyer below is from this morning (3/21/2025) speaks truth.  As I read the flyer, I thought to myself, "WoW, so on point". My next thought, "Faith without work is dead".                                           My trust and faith in God are strong. But let us not forget that "Faith without works is dead". James 2:26 James highlights that faith should be demonstrated by action, not faith alone (James 2:14-26).  No, salvation is not earned thru good works. James emphasizes that true faith is a gift from God and should naturally lead to good works: helping those in need, serving others, living a life that reflects our faith: service, compassion, integri...