The desert. That familiar hot and dry and endless place, where the winds howl to the world about the depth of my worthlessness and tear at the shreds of my self-esteem. Where the flying grains of sand sting at my conscience and blind me to my gifts. I have been there and done that, and […]
Praying in the midst of a storm
February 13, 2012 By 13 Comments
Have you ever had a friend or relative suggest prayer-gasp!-as a means of helping you find your way out of the depths of a personal storm? Uh huh. I’m sure you practically bit your tongue off so you didn’t drive them out of your life forever welcomed that suggestion with open arms. Prayer? Really? […]
A confession-Miss Too Darn Happy isn’t always happy
November 28, 2011 By 11 Comments
I have a confession to make. I am not always happy. Yup. You heard it here. Miss Too Darn Happy is not always bubbly and joyful. Or confident, or got it all together, either. My husband will attest to that, especially as he is handing me kleenex after kleenex. My daughter’s parting words to me […]
Five Minute Friday-Grow
November 18, 2011 By 15 Comments
It started with a gentle tug, a quiet whisper. Kim, my love, it’s time. Take my hand, it’s time to move into the plans I have made for you. Thanks, I say, but I can’t really go there, because, well, I’m afraid. I know I’ve told you time and again how unfulfilled I am, how […]
Five Minute Friday-Unexpected
November 11, 2011 By 3 Comments
I’m good. I’m fine. No, thanks. I got it. I am independent, proud and a go getter who likes to do things on her own. I don’t need any help. Oomph. {Stumbles, falls to ground} What was that? A bump in the road, a marriage that needs more than you think you can give, a […]
On resting and arising early-Stamina Challenge Begins!
September 5, 2011 By 3 Comments
This morning I started a 7 Day Stamina Challenge that was suggested by my life/career coach, Joel Boggess. I have to be honest: I was dreading this morning. I set the alarm-reluctantly-for 4:00am, which was a half hour earlier than I usually get up. I just had planned on sleeping late today. (Can you […]
Five minute Friday: Still
July 29, 2011 By 5 Comments
Joining Lisa-Jo for her Five minute Friday prompt of “Still”. Today she writes: So on Fridays, we take the dare to become Word Artists. To throw editing and proof reading and critically raised eyebrows out the window. We finger paint with our words – in pink and blue and dark purple. In glitter glue and bright […]
Five Minute Friday-Backwards
June 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Thanks for stopping by and joining in the Friday fun! Gypsy Mama writes: I remember how powerful the written word is. To encourage, to laugh, to cheer, to pray, to listen, and love. Sometimes all it takes is five minutes. Five minutes to just write, and not worry if it’s just right or not. Kind of […]
Willing to Change
January 22, 2010 By 3 Comments
I attended a seminar years ago, and the instructor said something that has stayed with me. It was so simple, yet so profound. He said, “Change your point of view and you will change your life.” I have been blessed to apply this straightforward axiom to my life, and to ultimately enjoy and embrace change. […]
Looking in the Rear View Mirror
September 24, 2009 By 2 Comments
When you took Driver’s Education in high school, you were taught to be aware of all your surroundings so that you would be safe behind the wheel. As you looked ahead, you scanned the traffic and the roadsides. You glanced regularly at your rear view mirror, where you kept an eye on the vehicles and […]
