I laid in my bed all afternoon and evening, Like a lazy dormouse in hibernation. Having one of those electronics-free days, I was free from any cyber sensations. Upon waking from my long beauty sleep, I wanted to eat only what would please. So, I went to the fridge and removed An Ambrosia apple and... Continue Reading →
For most people, rejection is so painful that they cannot see anything good coming from it. But, I believe there are silver linings to be found in rejections, for the cause us to move forward when we fail to see that a pathway has been closed to us. For example, during the summer before my... Continue Reading →
I was honored to be nominated by The Bag Lady to write for the Tell a Story Challenge from The Haunted Wordsmith. The rules above are: Write something about the picture you were given. Choose a different photo for your own post and three people to write about it. It’s fun to pass this challenge... Continue Reading →
Ginny stood looking at the piece of art installed at the riverbank, trying to determine the message the sculptor was trying to impart. She tried to figure out what the green thing represented in relation to the beautiful blue waters beside it and the tall buildings in the background. What an enigma! It looked like... Continue Reading →
Moving away from my sweet neighbors, Blistered hands from all of the packing. The expectancy is of visiting grandchildren, Hoping those expectations will not go lacking. Yet, I hear my husband sobbing in the kitchen. He doesn't want me to witness his many tears. But, I think we both feel much sorrow, As we give... Continue Reading →
Amazed, I looked at my silhouette, For there was no hint of my constant sorrow! Instead, I seemed secure and relaxed, As though I yearned for each new tomorrow. There's no way the artist can capture my tears While only drawing me from the one side. So, I'll continue to pray for God to rescue... Continue Reading →
Oh, the wondrous and exquisite sounds of a violin solo! I went to see violinist Gil Shaham perform with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra. It was a night my soul will not forget! I felt refreshed by the quality of the performances. Over time, I have come to love classical music, something I was not exposed... Continue Reading →
For this week's Pull Up a Seat photo Challenge from Xingfu Mama, I chose to post pictures of seats derived from natural settings. Most of them are rocks with flat surfaces just perfect for resting our tired bodies. Don't slide off! Take you shoes off and play in the leaves!
Katie wanted to love this city that was the hometown of her new husband, Charles. But, she was so homesick, and the super-tall buildings did not help alleviate her hunger for her island home on Kauai. Here the skyscraper kissed the sky, shutting out the sun's warming rays. How anyone found joy in their souls... Continue Reading →
Caroline read the note front and back, Wondering what Michael wanted to say. But there were so many misspelt words That she finally knew there was no way. So, she called him on the telephone, And asked, "What do you want, my child?" He said, "I wrote it all down in my note, Should my... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 