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who am I, why am I here?
Advertisements I recently discovered more about my desires resulting from a loss. I do know that I love writing. That answers the why am I here question. I am a writer at heart and that answers the who am I question. Of course, being a writer is only one facet of who I am. I have…
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Welcomed
Advertisements Unexpected Guests Unexpected guests seem to follow me. I have taught my children to treat each individual with respect no matter who they are or what their background. My children are young adults now. That said, I have met some really interesting people that they have brought home. The key point here is that…
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Rainy Days
Advertisements In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Singin’ in the Rain.” Rainy days…I had a great rainy day this past week. I rose early to hear the raindrops and decided to get up and have my coffee. I got my Bible, my blanket, my coffee and communed with the Lord. While everyone may not…
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Laughter is Necessary…But Everything is Not Funny
Advertisements In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Too Soon?.” Randall is running as fast as he can being chased by his friends. He knew he would outrun them. They would not catch him. He turns to look back while still in very fast motion to see how far they were behind. Little did he…
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Looking in the Mirror
Advertisements In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Mirror, Mirror, On the Wall.” As I read over my previous posts and reflect, I see a person who is ever evolving to a better self. I see myself in the moment when I wrote different posts-what I was experiencing and how I felt. Sometimes the reflection…
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Below the Waist
Advertisements In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Mouth Drop.”
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Trusting God in the Hard Places
Advertisements Hard places. We find ourselves there at different times in life. Whether the situation is finances, healing, relationships or personal demons that resurface, these hard places come. Trusting God in the hard places shows the level of trust placed in God. When you are being taken to a higher level in your walk with…
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Behind the Scenes, Baltimore & Other Events
Advertisements Power is heady. That said, the Baltimore situation is only one of the many we have experienced over the years. Prayer is not just needed for those who react to injustice, but those who hold the power. We need to pray for the powers that be. Scripture tells us to pray for all men:…
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Forgiveness
Advertisements This past Sunday’s message was about forgiveness. Some find it hard to forgive others, some find it a little easier. However, I find that forgiveness is key to not holding on to the negative emotions that hold us hostage. Yes, I know that people hurt our feelings or do very negative things to us…
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Change of Scenery
Advertisements I decided to change my theme and hope that you enjoy it. Since my computer crashed and I lost all my images, I must begin a new collection. Pictures will be added again soon. I believe honestly and sincerely that God has begun a new thing in me and rather than mourn the loss,…
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Take That, Rosetta
Advertisements In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Take That, Rosetta!.” I realize this post is late; however, I like this challenge and wasn’t able to respond previously. I would choose French. I really love how the language sounds when I hear it. It is a lovely language and sounds really nice when someone…
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Polite Company
Advertisements In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Polite Company.” I sincerely believe that you don’t really get to know a person until you understand to some degree what they believe about life. Religion and politics are two significant areas. While I disagree that discussion is off limits, I do believe there should always…
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The Best Laid Plans and Life’s Curve Balls
Advertisements At the beginning of this year, I submitted a post with my plans to post regularly and do other things. Graphic design work, writing and staying with my part time job were part of those plans. Well, my plans have changed because of the curve balls life throws at you. I’m sure God has…
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The Eighth Sin – Disrespect for Others
Advertisements The Daily Post While this may not seem like a sin and of course, it is based on one’s personal perspective, disrespect is one of my pet peeves. It raises my ire in ways that I just didn’t think were possible. One could ask “What do you mean?” Another question for the reader would…
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Writing Space
Advertisements I had not really given any thought to how the environment affects my writing. However, since this question has been posed and I give it some thought, different environments create different results. A quiet environment is more introspective and results in writing that reveals my internal state. A noisy environment such as a…
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