Today I received a message to pray for a newborn and family. The baby was delivered prematurely weighing 1.8lbs. My mind and heart immediately reflected on the times I’ve complained about my children. The ones who were born healthy with no complications and full-term. That challenging pregnancy and delivery was never my story. How weContinue reading “Shielded”
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Friday’s Whisper
Thought for the Season: You can tell a lot about a person by the way they handle three things; a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights. [ Borrowed] Guard your peace this holiday. May we be kind to ourselves and to others as we navigate the self-imposed complexities of the season. AsContinue reading “Friday’s Whisper”
Wednesday’s Wisdom
This morning I came across a clip on a post from ‘Turning Point’. It resonated so much with me – I think it’s worth repeating. This is a lesson I was taught a few years back as I discovered how we allow others to take us to unhealthy places. We give people permission to makeContinue reading “Wednesday’s Wisdom”
Never Easy
As mothers we soon realize that our babies were born with a mind of their own. They develop a food palate that often frustrates us. Picky eaters are the worst. Hairstyles, tastes in clothing and music can lead to spirited discussions at times. Their choices in many ways can leave us wondering if they cameContinue reading “Never Easy”
The First Time
Not sure I have a favorite month. However, if I were to choose one, it would be the month I took my first breath outside the womb. December. The month the world and I first said hello. I’m sure it was cool and quite festive. Most people were probably in a good mood with aContinue reading “The First Time”
Late Night Musings
My late night reflection: So many of our children are in therapy here in 2025. Why? Where is the simplicity that comes with being a child. I pray our children today learn the simple joys of living. Not just craving for the more and more that never satisfies. I often wonder if us overachievers GenContinue reading “Late Night Musings”
July -Then & Now
I don’t always think about this day, but today I did. July 3rd is the anniversary of my departure from my beloved island nation. Over 30+ years ago, I left the ‘Land of Wood and Water’ for the streets of the Big Apple. In my limited thinking, my world had collapsed. Everything that meant anythingContinue reading “July -Then & Now”
Through My Eyes
Today I am amazed at the number of pictures we take in any given season- yet they are safely stored in the ‘cloud’ somewhere. We hardly ever go back to look at them. We rarely ever print them. Question of the day – ‘ Where is the cloud?’ I treasure my collection of printed picturesContinue reading “Through My Eyes”
Loving- Risky Business
I just about 18 years old – he may have been 19 or so. Our college was small and everyone knew everyone. As a transfer student, I was new to the culture of this college. There were unspoken rules, traditions and behaviors that were unique to this campus. I later learned it was common forContinue reading “Loving- Risky Business”
Laugh a Little
It doesn’t take too much to make me laugh. I’d like to think it’s just in my nature. The people in my space over the years have consistently added much joy to my life. When I count my blessings, they are at the forefront of my mind. My days would not be the same withoutContinue reading “Laugh a Little”
Restored Hearts 