Ask me why we smile amidst pain and loss. How we laugh out loud while the tears are flowing. Ask me how we dance in the rain and sleep in the lion’s den. We are familiar with the fight. Struggle is part of what gives us defined mental and emotional fortitude. Ask me how IContinue reading “Ask Me”
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Just Jump
For some reason, I don’t mourn what was for a lengthy period. I am just wired that way. Amidst the aches and pain that can come with changes, I think I do well at embracing the new. And yes, I am one of those who may put up an initial resistance, but I have masteredContinue reading “Just Jump”
Face-to-Face
For a minute, I sat reflecting on some of the dreaded things I’ve dealt with over the years. Some I’ve leapt over, others I’ve had to barrel my way through and a few have drop-kicked me for sure. For the most part however, I’ve just learned how to confront my fears head on. Face-to-face –Continue reading “Face-to-Face”
Battle Cry
Many of life’s challenges are designed to move us from a place of peace. It is easy to be distracted or troubled by the ‘inconveniences’ of life. Be reminded, you don’t need to do this alone. Like Gideon in Judges 7, follow the Lord’s lead for divine battle strategies. Dear Lord: I know you ‘edgeContinue reading “Battle Cry”
Stretched
This school year I accepted a challenge to work with some students whose English skills are much lower than my usual group. It wasn’t what I thought it would be and I find myself being stretched. The class has students from different language backgrounds which poses a challenge all by itself. This is not myContinue reading “Stretched”
On a High
There’s nothing about me that’s athletic; however, I’m a huge sports fan. From the Women’s World Cup Championship to the 2023 World Athletics Championships—I’ve been on a natural high for the last few weeks. I come from a small island in the Caribbean that boasts some of the best athletes in the world. I getContinue reading “On a High”
For Once in My Life
As a teenager in college, a friend of mine took me on a motorcycle ride for about 40 minutes along a very scenic route. It was on the then common Kawasaki. Donned in my helmet and the likes, I looked really good. It was exhilarating! That was a once in a lifetime ride and itContinue reading “For Once in My Life”
The Fighter in You
Life is not for the faint of heart. It challenges us to rise and face some tough situations. It is not uncommon to feel battle fatigued – weary to the bones. Discernment and training are needed to come out ‘standing’ at the end of these seasons. In Psalm 144, David praises God for ‘training hisContinue reading “The Fighter in You”
Can’t Do Both
This a quick mid-week shout-out to a special group of people. This morning, in my conversation with God, I told Him that I couldn’t have two particular situations happening in my life at the same time. I couldn’t walk through both simultaneously. The truth is – I DIDN’T want to do both. The reality isContinue reading “Can’t Do Both”
Restored Hearts 