I started journaling as a teenager. Today ever so often I go back to revisit some of the untold stories of my younger years. Some of these pages date back to the ‘80s and 90s. Those were searching years- trying to ‘find’ me and discovering who I was created to be. These stories remind meContinue reading “Untold Stories”
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A New York Minute
I’ve been in town for a few days primarily to visit my dad, who isn’t doing so well. Watching your parents diminish in strength and vitality can be emotionally taxing. I observe his wife and listen to all she has to say. It has also taken a toll on her. My heart breaks as IContinue reading “A New York Minute”
Just a Reminder
Unburden your soulCome away from the chaosLet truth do the speakingQuiet your fearsSilence the noise of your doubtsReflect on the LoveThat has kept you afloatOpen the eyes of your heartSee Jesus ‘Come to Me, all who are weary and heavily burdened [by religious rituals that provide no peace], and I will give you rest [refreshingContinue reading “Just a Reminder”
Funny How
My son literally did college with me. As a toddler, he hung out with just about any of my college friends who had some free time. On days when I had babysitting emergencies, they often rotated watching him, so I could get a class or two in. He roamed this campus – very energetic andContinue reading “Funny How”
You Still Shine
Things have a way of being here today and gone tomorrow. Sometimes, however, there’s that one thing that grabs a hold of your heart for whatever reason. My dad gave me this necklace in 1990 – that’s 34 years ago! It’s the only thing that I possess at this moment that has my dad’s markContinue reading “You Still Shine”
You Inspire
Is there a major in college that focuses on people’s life story? I would get a doctorate in that. I come alive in a different kind of way when someone shares their journey. It causes something to stir in my soul. I love stories of faith, fight and grit. When they say you can’t andContinue reading “You Inspire”
The Change
“I sit in Your presence bathed in your peace. Desiring the changed me that ‘can run with the horsemen’. When you choose not to change my situation – change me to ride with the waves. May I develop ‘hinds’ feet’ so I can leap over walls and traverse the difficult terrains of this life. GiveContinue reading “The Change”
What You Don’t See
Many mothers woke up this morning to lots of noise and the sweet sounds of loved ones around. Laughter, hugs, surprise breakfast, phone calls, Amazon deliveries and presents. It’s mommy’s special day and it warms the heart. While we bask in the joys of the day, many sit in pain today. What you don’t seeContinue reading “What You Don’t See”
Triple Threat
Every now and then I’d hear someone say, ‘God has answered all my prayers.’ That has not been my story, but I think I understand what they’re saying.There are things we tend to prioritize in life as important. Having a good career, bills paid, a great family, kids who do ‘right’, someone to do lifeContinue reading “Triple Threat”
Without You
A man of God once echoed these words in Exodus33:15, “If You don’t personally go with us, don’t make us leave this place.” I think this is how I feel about my journey here on God’s green earth. I don’t claim to be that smart or even wise. Often I feel lost and need toContinue reading “Without You”
Restored Hearts 