Many of us might have noticed that some of our millennials and Gen Zs are deliberately opting not to have children. At least, not in their twenties. Their reasons and stories vary. I hear them and no judgement here. However, I’ve lived long enough to see and hear the stories of regrets expressed by seniorsContinue reading “This Pain”
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Anxious Hearts
Like many there are days we need a calm for our anxious hearts. Unanswered questions, uncertain tomorrows, wearisome delays — no end in sight. We wonder why we are assigned so many mountains to climb. Glancing across at our fellow men, we may be tempted to speculate why their journey appear so much easier. YouContinue reading “Anxious Hearts”
Lies I’ve Believed
This heart of mineHas bought into many liesThese ears have given spaceTo multitude of voicesFrom he, she, even and meLies so loudTruth didn’t stand a chance The narrative may have changedBut still bore the spirit of liesYou’re not enoughYou can never…Too old- too youngThings will fall apartThe pieces won’t fit You’re aloneNo one hears orContinue reading “Lies I’ve Believed”
What’s Good About It?
On the Christian calendar today is Good Friday. What’s good about it? What’s good about betrayal, suffering, death and loss? If we look at things through the eyes of Friday only, we easily forget there’s Sunday. There’s a day coming when Friday makes sense. If you have ever gone through a dark season and cameContinue reading “What’s Good About It?”
Because I Had To
Our principal’s secretary shared this with us recently. Maybe it was borrowed –not sure: ‘ I’m stronger because I had to be, I’m smarter because of my mistakes, happier because of the sadness I’ve known, and now wiser because of what I have learned! ‘ I couldn’t help but reflect on the times ‘I had to’ evenContinue reading “Because I Had To”
They Feel
I love the atmosphere in my classroom. The sense of calm — a safe place. Here My students are allowed to feel and speak (or write). They are all immigrants with a passion to master the art of speaking, reading and writing English fluently. A challenging road for many. They feel. Emotions and thoughts batheContinue reading “They Feel”
Out of Tune
A piano is tuned to ensure that it performs at its highest level, giving the best sound and feel. Approximately 200 strings are adjusted and tightened during the process. Recently I read that it takes more than 10 tons [more than 20,000 pounds] of pressure to tune a piano. The same writer, commenting on anContinue reading “Out of Tune”
Handle With Care
We are here – the end of another month! Time sure flies when you are having fun. Some may be wondering where the time went. Tasks unfinished , others not started – expectations not met. What we thought would have been, didn’t pan out. Some personal goals accomplished , some not. We come face toContinue reading “Handle With Care”
Loving Me
To the One who always stayed – who loved me before I was. You give me reason to breathe today. You’ve been faithful through the ages. Grant me grace to reciprocate. I will be your God throughout your lifetime— until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you.Continue reading “Loving Me”
It is Still You
Reflection is part of my growth and healing process. It helps to keep things in perspective for me. When I wake up with $20 in my bank account, and my bills are paid I certainly have a different outlook. I have learned to put on my garb of gratitude. When I know where my imperfectContinue reading “It is Still You”
Restored Hearts 