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I talked about this last year, but thought it might encourage you today… I think because I write, I equate a lot of life’s stages to writing. Perhaps, it’s the other way around. Writing probably intersects with various chapters of my life, too. If we think about the natural order of progression, it might not make sense to others the twists …
In today’s world it’s easy to become discouraged. We’re confronted with many of the same issues that generations before us faced, however, the exception being that word just travels faster. With the advancement in technology, society’s ills are now broadcast through a variety of means in instantaneous, in-your-face fashion. Our safe, little “bubbles” are suddenly penetrable and less apt to protect us from …
Writers plot. We create. We craft stories in many genres. We show characters at their best, and even love ’em at their worst. Sometimes, our tales may take a different tack–a more exciting twist– than what we’d originally intended. It can be an intense thing when this happens because, often, it’s during these spine-tingling times when we realize what’s happening is beyond …
Because we tend to think in the finite, we often sell ourselves short. It’s safer inside the box. It’s comfortable there. We learn what to expect; we know the well-worn path from A to Z because we’ve traveled it so many times. It’s fun to watch children navigate life because life in a box hasn’t found them yet. They may …
Generally, I’m a happy person. I willingly choose joy. Now, does that mean that I don’t experience sadness, 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 good, …
Since we all need encouragement from time to time, I wanted to share a re-post from about 6 months ago… I think because I write, I equate a lot of life’s stages to writing. Perhaps, it’s the other way around. Writing probably intersects with various chapters of my life, too. If we think about the natural order of progression, it …
As many of you know, if you’ve read my blog posts for very long, I’m a “see the glass as half-full” kind of gal. If life hands me lemons, I’ll make a pitcher of iced tea and use those lemons. Hard times? Well, like Scarlett once said, “Tomorrow IS another day.” Challenges, disappointment, rejection, or trials? Got it covered. My …
(Today I’m continuing to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with my family. This is a favorite of one of my previous posts. I pray your day is blessed!) ****** I think in life we all experience difficulties, hardships, and trials from time to time. Some folks may endure these struggles temporarily. For others, the season of suffering may seem never-ending. (I’ve …
To be successful in reaching our goals, it’s necessary that we focus on direction. Our plan may not be sure-fire and our steps might not be the same as someone else’s. Our footing will possibly be a little wobbly along the way. We may stumble from time to time. Our sense of balance may be challenged, and if we’re not sensitive to our own …
Do you find that there are certain times of the year when you feel more productive? Do you ever feel like George Bailey did in It’s a Wonderful Life–that you could lasso the moon given half the chance? I think, for me, those times are probably the summer months. There are a lot more distractions (outdoor activities, weekend commitments, traveling, …
