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.

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.

Time Isn’t a Replaceable Product, So Use It Wisely!

Daily writing promptDo you need time?View all responses Like anything that is limited in supply, you must be smart with your time. Now in my seventies, I realize that I don't have as much time left to visit all the places I want to see or do all the planned activities, such as learning to... Continue Reading →

The Fear of Being Invisible Never Seems to Leave Us

Daily writing promptWhat’s something most people don’t know about you?View all responses I have written before of my nickname in high school, from grade seven until I graduated. I marveled, even as I cringed and tried to quickly move through the halls as fast as possible, that people who viewed themselves as human beings could... Continue Reading →

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