The lady was rude; there was no doubt about that. She was rude in a way that made me physically hurt for the person the rudeness was directed to. My much younger companion, the victim of the remark, swallowed the bait and bit back, with a snotty retort, more to assuage her wounded pride than […]
[Continue reading...]Share the burdens by loving
November 21, 2015 2 Comments
On this twenty-first day of November, I have noticed many “what I’m thankful for” posts and memes on social media. Since November is the month of Thanksgiving, we are reminded of all the things that we sometimes take for granted. It’s encouraging and uplifting to see so many people thoughtfully posting their thanks throughout the […]
[Continue reading...]Daily Prompt: Sense of Touch
November 20, 2015 Leave a Comment
The Daily Prompt read, Textures are everywhere: The rough edges of a stone wall. The smooth innocence of a baby’s cheek. The sense of touch brings back memories for us. What texture is particularly evocative to you? Touch and texture are woven into the very fabric of our lives. God’s beautiful creation offers a plethora […]
[Continue reading...]Turkey Troubles
November 19, 2015 3 Comments
I wrote this a couple of years ago and I hope I have not misrepresented all the turkeys out there! IF I WERE A TURKEY If I were a turkey I’d start training in April to keep from becoming a Thanksgiving staple In May you would catch me honing my skill on how to avoid […]
[Continue reading...]Nana’s travel buddy
November 18, 2015 4 Comments
Recently, my daughter, who lives in New Orleans, bought a round trip ticket for me, so that I could come and babysit for a long weekend. My first thought was, YES!!! Any time I can see my kids or my granddaughter, I am thrilled. A little later though, I wondered how I was going to […]
[Continue reading...]Resolutions in November
November 17, 2015 4 Comments
This year has been filled with many challenges. This caused me to put one of the things I love the most on the back burner. Yesterday when I saw a “post a day” challenge, I decided it was time to get back on track. So, I am resolving (in November) to do a better job […]
[Continue reading...]To Paris with love
November 14, 2015 3 Comments
As I sit here in the cool breeze, with clear blue skies, and birds flying overhead you would think I am the picture of tranquility. Deep inside, in my spirit-woman, I am. I have that profound sense of peace that passes all understanding. I know I live in a fallen world and I believe that […]
[Continue reading...]Daily Prompt: Adult Visions
November 11, 2015 5 Comments
In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Adult Visions.” As a kid, you must have imagined what it was like to be an adult. Now that you’re a grownup (or becoming one), how far off was your idea of adult life? At best, it was grossly inaccurate. I couldn’t wait to grow up, to […]
[Continue reading...]Come Autumn and especially October
October 15, 2015 3 Comments
Those who know me well know that fall is my favorite time of the year. I prematurely long for October beginning in June or July. In this, my 50th fall season, I endeavored to determine why. After all, every season holds the promise of something new. It’s as if God knew our fickle natures would tire and […]
[Continue reading...]Binding up wounds
September 5, 2015 2 Comments
Last night, I found myself praying for a particular situation and God showed me something about it that I wanted to share. Why? Because I believe there are others who need to hear it and might find it beneficial to think upon. A wound, as defined by google is an injury to living tissue caused by […]
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Long walks and dark chocolate 