When I was in the US Army we would exercise, march and run chanting cadence’s while pushing through more than most of us thought we could accomplish. I can’t tell you how many times I wanted to quit, there were many. Looking back I remember how the words I would chant would spur me on …
The last few days, no weeks… wait, the last few months (or even year?) have been challenging haven’t they? This week was one of those times when the emotions that were building in me hit the boiling point and overflowed at a time when I wasn’t completely alone and with someone I didn’t want to …
I don’t know about anyone else, but I am struggling to find my creativity lately. It is increasingly harder to find my inner peace and relax enough to write. I start, wander aimlessly, then stop. Poetry requires the ability to let my mind run free. Lately, my inner voice is unbelievably quiet. People who write …
I am one of the fortunate ones. I have the blessing of multiple “Moms” in my life. My mom, step-mom, and “step” mother-in-law, are all alive and part of my everyday life here on earth. Some of you aren’t able to say the same for your mom(s). I’m sure Mother’s Day is especially difficult as …
My husband and I love to go to the art auctions and art events every time we go on a cruise! The free champagne is always nice, but more than that, there is just something about art that draws me in. I love to look at paintings and to spend time looking at them deeply. …
Easter represents such a special time of year. As spring kicks into full gear we watch the flowers grow and blossom, and enjoy the perfect temperatures and sunshine we missed during the cold winter months. The Easter holiday brings our families together, in a special time of reflection and celebration of our risen savior. A …
🌻 If you haven’t noticed already, I love sunflowers! 🌻 I’ve loved them as long as I can remember, but through the years my love for them has deepened. It’s not surprising that I found so many quotes surrounding the sunflower. Here are a few that I found during a quick Google search: “Keep your …
Today is Palm Sunday. This day comes every year on the Sunday before Easter Sunday. This year I am finding myself reflecting in a deeper way than I might have if I wasn’t in quarantine with an underlying fear of my friends, loved ones or even myself getting this virus and it possibly causing death …
In the Bible God says “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalms 46:10 Be still. Why does that phrase satisfy my inner heart, but at the same time bring me so much anxiety? When I try to be still in my soul and it’s quiet all around me, I surrender to my thoughts …
My title is inspired by a good friend of mine, as well as, a few other choice words 😏 For the last several weeks, whenever I go to the grocery store and see the empty shelves, I get a lump in my throat and I fight back tears. I’m not angry, I’m sad. I can’t …