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I tend to be a detail-oriented person. I like to study people wherever I go–the mall, the bookstore, church, Starbucks, and even flea markets to name a few. Details excite me. They add dimension to the characters I craft. Sprinkling in a few particulars here and there at just the right time can offer a great deal. For instance: Suzy Sunshine seems so perky. She has …
I think most of us would agree that today’s world isn’t the same one we grew up in. Life moves at a frantic pace and we’re faced with different challenges than our grandparents were. (Notice I didn’t say “tougher.” Just different.) Because of this, when a women’s (free) self-defense course was offered at our church, I immediately signed up to …
Yes, today’s blog post title is a shameless play on words, but please, “bear” with me. (Stale humor–I know. Still recovering from weeks of little sleep. But…the good news is my mama’s on the mend.) A few months ago, I talked with someone about a subject near and dear to my heart. Writing, of course. In fact, it was that conversation that sparked today’s thoughts. …
Generally, I’m a happy person. I willingly choose joy. Now, does that mean I don’t experience heartache, doubt, or insecurity from time to time? Hardly. Like you, I’ve held hands with each of those at various life junctures. Some seasons have been a little more difficult than others. Just because I’m a Christian doesn’t mean that life is always fair, kind, …
Do you love your creative niche? Does your work space shout “fun!” or does it leave you breathless? …In a bad way? For years, my home office has been in transition. When we built our home 13 years ago, I (or…I should say my wonderful husband) put up seashore borders for me. I then placed a few photo frames, sentimental items, …
No, I didn’t forget about my blog post on Wednesday. I’ve been rather busy. Exhausted. Time-crunched. My mama had open heart surgery recently and things are a little up-ended at the moment. More than once in my sleep-deprived state, I’ve forgotten that I’m the apple of God’s eye and I’ve taken comfort in David’s prayer of blessing (Psalm 17:8). While I …
Well, I’m not gonna lie. The last seven days or so have been like a ride on a roller coaster. Backwards. My mama is getting better. Each day brings improvement and increased mobility. I’m so thankful that God raised up caring, compassionate caregivers at the hospital during and after her surgery. She’s home now and getting better each day. We …
You may have noticed I’ve not been as active on social media lately. Here’s the deal: sometimes life happens. Last week my mother had open heart surgery. The surgeon replaced the aortic valve to be precise. It’s an intense surgery and one that requires a lengthy recovery period. Never a smoker and in optimum health, my mama’s prognosis is excellent. Still, as you …
A familiar voice I’ll always remember was Paul Harvey’s. The Rest of the Story Harvey won over millions with his easy-going demeanor and his “regular guy” persona. I was a young girl when I first heard the radio broadcaster and I liked him immediately. Something about the way Paul Harvey spoke and how he carried himself on air resonated with me. He seemed real. Someone I’d want to know better. He …
I don’t know about you, but I’m more than a little tired of society’s perception of “perfect.” “Perfect” creates a false sense of security. It tweaks. It hones. It airbrushes the very life out of what’s already beautiful. Instead of seeing the canvas painted and lovely, “perfect” tramps on beauty and nudges her out of the way and isn’t even polite about it. Yes, …
