
For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the LORD. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts
Isaiah 55:8-9
This verse always makes me think of the back of a tapestry. From the backside, all that can be seen are knots and threads that are barely recognizable as a picture of anything. But from the front of the tapestry, the picture is clear. In the same way, our limited perspective often prevents us from seeing the full picture of what God is doing, but God sees it all. God’s ways are best even if it is not obvious from my present circumstances. God showed us his thoughts and ways in His Word; He is holy, faithful, merciful, and just. We can trust Him because His ways are perfect and nothing can stand in the way of God accomplishing his perfect plan.
Studio Update:
I’ve gotten to add several new pictures to my ‘plein air’ sketchbook. It only has like six pictures in it so far, but I’m super excited to see what adventures will come next! Still working through calendar pictures for next year, and couldn’t resist sharing this one! The reds and burgundies are not normally my go-to colors, but they’re so rich and deep in this picture that I’m thinking this color palette will be one to revisit.




Early Summer Pie
For the crust:
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup cold butter
- 6-8 Tbsp ice water
For the filling:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries
- 2 cups fresh peaches
- 1/2 cup sugar (can use more if desired)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 Tablespoons butter, at room temperature
For the crust, in a large bowl, whisk together flour and sugar. Cut cold butter into flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Lightly mix in cold water 1 Tbsp at a time until dough begins to stick together. Wrap in plastic and chill for 1h (or longer).
For the filling, in a small bowl whisk together the sugar and cornstarch and set aside. In a large skillet, cook the fruit on medium low heat until it has released its juices. Add the sugar and cornstarch mixture and cook over low heat until mixture has thickened. Add the butter and stir until it has melted into the filling.
To assemble the pie, divide the crust into two portions and roll to approximately 1/4″ thickness. I usually allow a slightly larger portion for the bottom crust, and roll it until it fits my pie plate with a tiny bit of extra around the edges. For the pie as pictured, I cut summertime shapes with cookie cutters and laid them over the filling, but a traditional top crust would work just as well.
Bake at 375°F for 40-50 minutes or until crust is golden.

Hope you enjoyed this month’s post. Thanks for stopping by!
Blair