Surviving in Wonky Times

Rodin Museum, Paris, France, May 2023 I am feeling a bit wonky today, As if everything in my life is askew. It's enough to make me nuts or bonkers, But there are things I know to be true. Seeing the world through eyes of faith Turns our doubts into determination, and our obstacles into opportunities,... Continue Reading →

Cultivate A Love of Learning in Children’s Hearts

Image credit: Nishaan Ahmen @ Unsplash For me to open a book is the greatest thrill. The wonders of knowledge not yet known Sends chills of joy right down into my soul, And away from my everyday life, I am gone. A book is my guide to the world beyond. To read of places that... Continue Reading →

Every Little Girl Should Know Joan of Arc!

Daily writing promptIf you could meet a historical figure, who would it be and why?View all responses I would have liked to have a long conversation with the French legend, Joan of Arc. She was a peasant girl who felt divinely guided to lead the French Army to victory against the English attempt to conquer... Continue Reading →

Gratefulness Reminds Us We’re Blessed!

I don't worry about half-full or half-empty because I'm grateful that my cup can be refilled. Grateful! My guy and I at the Eiffel Tower, Paris, France, May, 2023 Written for One-Liner Wednesday from Linda G. Hill: My Cup.

Letting Go of Fear and Putting on Faith!

Hello, blogger friends! Remember me? I am still going to school. I hope to graduate in May, as I had to drop two courses before we went to Spain and Portugal this year. I was too sick to keep up with homework and the thought of staying up until 11:00 at night to attend Zoom... Continue Reading →

You Are So Valuable!

Daily writing promptWhat's the first impression you want to give people?View all responses The first impression I want to leave with people is a sense of their value and worth. I want people to feel special and as if they are the most important person in the world to me. I want my smile to... Continue Reading →

I Don’t Need Diamonds!

Rodin Museum, Paris, France, May 2023 I don't need diamonds. I need your playfulness and That look in your eyes That says, "Never leave me." Written for the Weekend Writing Prompt from Sammiscribbles: Diamond in 19 words.

Dancing Out of the Dark!

The dark threatens me. I am alone feeling empty. Then I dance to a good beat, And my soul sings joyfully. Written for the Weekend Writing Prompt from Sammiscribbles: Dark in 21 words. I dance when depression starts to weigh me down.

Jesus Paid It All: A Devotional

Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, May 2023 John 19: 28-30 After this, Jesus, knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, said, “I thirst!” Now a vessel full of sour wine was sitting there; and they filled a sponge with sour wine, put it on hyssop, and put it to His mouth. So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He... Continue Reading →

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