Not just anyone can an intrepid traveler be. Travel isn't for the faint of heart. Whatever can go wrong will, And surviving crises becomes an art. It helps to wear rose-colored glasses, Overlooking all that is much to bear. We keep our eyes on the prize, Wondrous places we get to share. Written for the... Continue Reading →
I Am Still Hopeful: Sunday Devotion #5
Lamentations 3:19-23 I remember my affliction and my wandering, the bitterness and the gall. I well remember them, and my soul is downcast within me. Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your... Continue Reading →
We Wake Up from Nightmares: First Line Friday
Someday, this will be over– only remembered like some half-felt and fading nightmare. Julia had stared out the window of the inpatient mental facility. She had wished so badly to be on the other side of the locked door. But, the panic attacks had just kept coming, and no medication cocktail seemed capable of stopping them... Continue Reading →
Libraries are “Essential” Services: Tale Weaver
From Mindlovemisery's Menagerie The library has been closed in my town, And, for shame, I had to pay for my books. But Amazon doesn't give me the same feel, Without little reading crannies and nooks. Yet, there is no reason to keep them closed, For everyone social distances by choice. We find our books and... Continue Reading →
This Walk is for You, Old Thing!
As we started walking along the Silver Comet Trail on yesterday, I failed to notice that we were walking downhill most of the way, which meant that the way back would be all uphill. Before we left home, I made reference to this possibility to my husband, Douglas, the lifelong hiker, and he assured me... Continue Reading →
Cleaning the Air!
Pollen and I don't get along, It causes me so much tedious grief! So, when a downpour comes along, I know with it comes some relief. It may be only temporary help for me, With more awful pollen on the way. But, I thrill as each drop of rain falls, Cleaning leaves, and keeping sneezing... Continue Reading →
Accompanied Flight: Sunday Devotion #4
Isaiah 46: 3-4 Listen to me, descendants of Jacob, all you who remain in Israel. I have cared for you since you were born. Yes, I carried you before you were born. I will be your God throughout your lifetime—until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you.... Continue Reading →
Beware: Words Kill!
Angry words destroyed their forever after. Written for the Saturday Six Word Story Prompt Challenge #39 from My Random Ramblings. The prompt is Forever.
Let’s Ride! Saturday Six-Word Story Prompt
Her Spider demonstrated an adventuresome spirit. Written for My Random Ramblings' Saturday Six Word Story Prompt: Spider. Photo from cargurus.com.
A Real Battle Looming
Exercising would make a great hobby, I know, But I find that I just can't stay loyal. Although I have more than enough space to move, My love of food results in a battle royal. Written for the Three Things Challemge #238 for Sunday, May 17, 2020 from Pensitivity 101. The prompts are hobby, loyal,... Continue Reading →
