Daily writing promptWhen was the first time you really felt like a grown up (if ever)?View all responses Twenty-four hours before I became a mother of four children under seven, I was carefree. My former husband and I had just moved into our own place after two years of marriage. My days consisted of playing... Continue Reading →
Reading is My Hobby
Daily writing promptWhat is your favorite hobby or pastime?View all responses I never had the dexterity for a hobby, like knitting, crocheting, or sewing. My mother didn’t let me learn to skate, ride a bicycle, or swim, so I was a loner with my books. I could spend hours in the house visiting other lands... Continue Reading →
Life is More Valuable than Silver or Gold
Daily writing promptWhat would you do if you lost all your possessions?View all responses When I had to leave my belongings behind and escape with my life, I was just thankful to be alive. I knew I could get more things and stuff in time, but I had only one life. It wasn't worth having... Continue Reading →
Parking on a Wing and a Prayer
Daily writing promptWhat skill would you like to learn?View all responses I have started to drive more than I have in a few years. But the long hiatus from driving resulted in my forgetting how to park the car between the white lines. This is essential knowledge. I asked my husband for help, and he... Continue Reading →
Spending More Time with the Lord
Daily writing promptWhat details of your life could you pay more attention to?View all responses When I was an associate minister and taught Sunday School, I spent a part of each day reading, reflecting on, and writing in one of many spiritual diaries. I made time for study because I realized that what I said... Continue Reading →
Every Day is a Bonus to Be Cherished
Daily writing promptWhat's your #1 priority tomorrow?View all responses In 2021, I turned 70 years old. I had achieved the biblical "three score and ten." I am a walking miracle who never thought she would reach age 40, and I was celebrating a milestone. So, every day is a bonus to me. I hope to... Continue Reading →
The Peace of Doing the Job Well
Daily writing promptIn what ways does hard work make you feel fulfilled?View all responses Hard work fulfills me in two ways. First, it lets me know that I earned my rest at the end of the day because I have added something to the world around me. Hopefully, my addition will make a difference in... Continue Reading →
Encourage Others to See Their Greatness
Daily writing promptWhat’s the trait you value most about yourself?View all responses One thing I lacked as a child was someone to tell me that I could do anything and be anything I was willing to study and work hard to achieve. Through God's love and help in difficult moments, I comprehended that we must... Continue Reading →
I’d Like to Show People How to Travel and Enjoy their Vacations
Daily writing promptList three jobs you'd consider pursuing if money didn't matter.View all responses The three jobs I would consider pursuing are helping people fully enjoy their vacations. My first job would be as a tour guide, particularly to Europe. I would help people see the best places according to their interests. Instead of taking... Continue Reading →
There’s A Difference Between a Man and a Pair of Pants
Daily writing promptWhat's the best piece of advice you've ever received?View all responses My best friend was one of the few children in my neighborhood who had a father in the home. Mr. Bubba was a short, roly-poly man who was fierce and demanding. He ran his household so that everyone seemed to fear him,... Continue Reading →
