Life Still Grows in Rocky Places

Life Still Grows in Rocky Places

We had been walking for a long time. The terrain was rough and my feet hurt. I was totally surprised by the journey we were led to take. I had not expected to be taken on this route but the GPS was guiding us and we were headed in the right direction. There was no way...
When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned

When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned

The week went from bad to worse and I wondered how I was going to make it. I was hit with some news that I never expected in my wildest imagination, all this after we had experienced 3 losses in 2 weeks. I was worn out. I was tired. I was anxious. I was fearful. I was...
Power in the Storm

Power in the Storm

There were two things that happened this week that I don’t like. Both happened on the same day. There was a horrible rain storm and I had to go to the dentist to have some dental work done! What a gloomy day it was. I really don’t like when it rains and I have to go...
Lessons My Curls Taught Me

Lessons My Curls Taught Me

I have naturally curly hair. In my over 50 years of life I have never liked my curls. Most times  I blow dry my hair straight and then feel beautiful…at least most of the time. We always want what we don’t have. I always think I would like my curls better...
Hold on to Gratitude as You Hold on to Each Other

Hold on to Gratitude as You Hold on to Each Other

The Bible tells us to give thanks in all things. This was the statement that my friend kept repeating. As I listened to his story, I was impressed by what he stopped to say over and over again in between the heartache of sharing his marriage of 28 years was over. He...
Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

On Monday I left home and thought that what I was looking at after a fresh snowfall was an absolutely beautiful sight. Today, I look out and I am not thrilled by what I see at all. Monday it was cold and grey, there was wind, but the snow had fallen gently and things...