It is true, our nose cannot detect what our heart is moved by. When I open this yellowed book and bury my face into the pages I breathe in the scent of an abundance of words, history, and the center of my being calls out don't let it go away. An old yellow book --- … Continue reading Yellowed Pages
Lessons from the Roots
Fall has a way of shepherding me into deep thought. Perhaps it results from the shortening of the daylight hours, the long shadows that stream across the grass in the early evening hours. The reminder that God has a plan. In this season, I curl up with great books that take me to homesteads; to … Continue reading Lessons from the Roots
The Act of Share Encourage and Grow
Share Encourage and Grow is my motto - a shortened version of my life and work mission statement. I looked at these words this morning and I thought about how important it is for each of us to support one another. Encourage others to share with you. Listening is a priceless gift that doesn't cost … Continue reading The Act of Share Encourage and Grow
The Shepherd’s Work is Never Done
Disciples: If you don't got out there as powerful as a bulldozer - stirring up acres of undisturbed soil every hour - nobody will know who you are, and surely nobody will hear what you have to say, and the message won't get out there at all. What would God say? I cannot answer that, … Continue reading The Shepherd’s Work is Never Done
Change in the Pockets, A Smile on the Face
It was a breezy summer afternoon. The oak tree branches resembled huge fronds, lifting, swaying and fanning the air below. I watched a father make a wooden swing. He smoothed and sanded the rough edges, and painted the swing soft white. He pulled the knotted yellow rope through the holes that he drilled out and … Continue reading Change in the Pockets, A Smile on the Face
Unsolicited Advice the Masked Relationship Killer
To offer a man unsolicited advice is to presume that he doesn't know what to do, or that he can't do it on his own. - John Gray Marcy felt strangled after receiving unsolicited advice time and time again, she told her much-loved friend, Jennifer, "I appreciate that you are trying to help me, I … Continue reading Unsolicited Advice the Masked Relationship Killer
Your Creative Sandbox
It is your sandbox. Play in it. What do you own that nobody can take away? Your thoughts and creativity. Do you yearn for others to stop and share in your passions...to keep you on track? Does this cause you hesitation in your personal pursuits? Feel the sun on your back. Feel the freedom in … Continue reading Your Creative Sandbox
Some – Overused and Non-Descriptive
Dear Writing Friends, You may be the only the only people on this planet that understand this crazy (but fun) focus on written words! The word that currently has my attention is some: "I went to the store and bought some ice cream." "I saw that you have some books on display." "I read some … Continue reading Some – Overused and Non-Descriptive
Go Away Evil Lies
Your husband, wife, friend, or co-worker cannot hear it. It is that voice, not the audible one, it is that one that whispers un-truths in your ear. The spiral begins, the lies feel heavy as they inject into your heart, and the downwards tug begins its soul-winning happy dance. It grabs you by the feet … Continue reading Go Away Evil Lies
The Art and Craft of Journaling
When I first learned sentence structure I began writing journals. To this day, I continue to pick up the pen and partake in journaling. The first reason is because I love to write, and I do not want to lose the thoughts that are most important to me. I often meditate in prayer, and on … Continue reading The Art and Craft of Journaling
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