I asked my friend’s permission to share this picture of her, her mom, daughter and grand-daughter. Four generations of beautiful women with delightful smiles. Behind the smiles is a wealth of experience, stories of grace, hope, love, redemption and restoration. Recently, I spoke with the youngest lady in the group on the phone. I askedContinue reading “Behind The Smiles”
Author Archives: Restored Heart
He Writes
This is my totally self-absorbed, ‘feel-good’ Friday post.😘😊Nothing deep. Just skimming through some items from ‘my younger me ‘ days. I found some pieces of writing sent to me from an old love. We must have been 19 or 20 years old. Actually for a young chap – he could write. What do you think?Continue reading “He Writes”
IF
A bit of encouragement for those who may be feeling battle weary. The fight has been fierce and at times it feels like all hope is lost. You may be dealing with survivor’s pain or even guilt. May you be fueled for the journey and inspired to move ahead. If you can find the strengthContinue reading “IF”
Dreams Come True
Quite often I drive on the road to Magic Kingdom. There is a sign that boldly declares ‘ Where Dreams Come True’. I must admit I cringe every time someone asks me to take them there. Maybe I’m getting old[er]😁! However, I love to watch the delight on the faces of people when they enterContinue reading “Dreams Come True”
The Missing Pieces
This is Father’s Day weekend. I thought long and hard about writing this post. Partly because I didn’t want to paint anyone in a bad light. After all for many, this is a celebratory weekend. The truth is most of my family don’t read what I write anyway- so here goes😎! First, let me applaudContinue reading “The Missing Pieces”
I Don’t Anymore
This is what I consider a ‘feel good Friday’ post. Reflecting on how I have ‘evolved’ over the years. There are somethings I just don’t do anymore. Understanding seasons and being comfortable in your skin at each juncture in life is an integral part of being at peace. Somethings needed to go and somethings weContinue reading “I Don’t Anymore”
This Book
Life is a classroom filled with many lessons. Some seasons are fascinating and quite fulfilling. Others are tough when life feels like an uphill battle. You feel like you are fighting to prove that you deserve a place here in this universe, while everything seems to be aligned against you. This was my world 22Continue reading “This Book”
Prepare Me
Recently I had chat with a friend of mine who has been married for over thirty years. She mentioned how beautiful marriage was with all it’s challenges. It also requires hard work and people who are committed to the idea of working on themselves. This is part of the recipe for a lasting and fulfillingContinue reading “Prepare Me”
Let Go
Back in my old stomping ground for a quick visit. Watching the city that never sleeps ‘wake up’, from my son’s high-rise apartment. I love the ‘Big Apple’ for more reasons than one. I may chat about that at another time. What I want to focus on is that message in the window. I getContinue reading “Let Go”
I’m Sure I didn’t
The older I get the more time seems to fly. It truly waits for no one. Moments come and go so quickly. One has to be intentional about seizing the moments. This picture was taken on the day I graduated from high school a few decades ago. These are two of my gal pals thatContinue reading “I’m Sure I didn’t”
Restored Hearts 