smile

My mind sometimes goes back to my childhood and teen years and recalls words spoken to me.  You know, those memorable items parents, teachers and friends said to you.  Maybe I don’t remember the exact context.  Maybe in my mind it’s now a paraphrase.  But I remember the gist. A day or so ago I … More smile

not yet winter

Lonely.  Icy.  Gray. It’s not yet Winter.  The season changes officially on December 21.  Yet it’s cold, literally below freezing outside my home.  So, it might as well be. I’m not sure exactly why, but Winter disheartens me.  I’m a bit afraid of it.  It’s unpredictable.  It’s dark more than it’s light.  It brings the … More not yet winter

to Jabez and beyond

Our daughter is in Jabez this weekend.  Jabez, Kentucky, that is.  Apparently Jabez is the first stop on her trip abroad. Allie plans to be a foreign exchange student next school year.  We have completed and turned in her application.  She has ranked the countries she’d like to live in 1-10.  Plus, she’s noted the … More to Jabez and beyond

the worst battle

The worst battle you have to fight is between what you know and what you feel. I found the above quote on my daughter’s Tumblr.  I don’t know who originated the saying.  I don’t know if you even believe it to be true.  For me though, it resonates completely. There are things I know.  Things … More the worst battle

blessed are

I’ve written before about my questions regarding those who enjoy boasting on being [blessed]:  blessed beyond. Lately I’ve been in one of those {what about me?} ruts.  You know, the {life is not fair to me} feelings? {No one understands.  Everyone is self consumed.} {People have their own agenda.} Truthfully, I’m not one to enjoy … More blessed are