My childhood Church memories are vivid. We sang hymns, the preacher was loud, and the people worshipped with fervor. They lifted hands, shouted praises, and prayed earnestly. Sunday School consisted of a Bible story reading from small illustrated cards and songs like...
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Construct or Deconstruct
I have a person in my life who has never understood how to give constructive criticism, without the constructive the criticism is destructive. I was anguished for years as I was emotionally damaged due to this situation. Once I learned to set boundaries, the healing...
The Key
Several years ago, I stood in the Crossville Wal-Mart, beside a clearance rack, where I had lost my solitary car key. A single car key amongst several racks of clothing needed to be found in seconds. My friend Sheliah and I had forty-five minutes to pick our children...
Love is Beautiful
My friend Tama commented that my care for Mom was beautiful. I was surprised by her observation since the daily task of caregiving includes repeated reminders, assisting with bathroom needs, preparing meals, and constant supervision which seems less than beautiful. ...
Choosing to Love and Forgive
I’ve had times in my life when other’s words and actions caused me deep emotional pain and spiritual trauma. One such occasion occurred when people I loved and respected talked behind my back and formed opinions of me due to lies being told. My character was at stake...
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