God Only Knows – a sentiment that I think people misunderstand. The truth is that if you are a person of faith, you believe that there is… Read more “God Only Knows”
The World Before You
What does it mean to have the world before you? To most of us, it’s the opportunities that await us. We don’t always feel ready to take… Read more “The World Before You”
The Real You
Who are you? Why do so many people have labels to define them? What are the things you value most? What do you want to be remembered… Read more “The Real You”
The Feeling of Being Unappreciated
I had to write this because there are times that most people feel this way. All of us work hard in different areas of life. Sometimes it… Read more “The Feeling of Being Unappreciated”
Inclusive
One of the most memorable conversations I ever had with my grandfather happened over our fishing trips. He had several sisters, and when he married, he and… Read more “Inclusive”
Family
This word is a word that there is no clear-cut definition for because the family doesn’t always mean there is blood involved. There are many types of… Read more “Family”
Getting Over Birthday Blues
Believe it or not, today is my birthday. I have a myriad of emotions swimming inside me as I type this. On the one hand, I’m humbled… Read more “Getting Over Birthday Blues”
Carry Lessons With You
My grandmother used to give me all kinds of advice. She would tell me to “talk plain and speak up so that others could hear what I… Read more “Carry Lessons With You”
Sweet and Sassy
It’s Monday, and my sweet persona is quickly evaporating into my professional mindset. I had a three-day holiday break for Easter, and it helped rejuvenate my batteries.… Read more “Sweet and Sassy”
Happy Easter
Easter is finally here. If you are a religious person or identify with a religious label, you may be celebrating today because it’s a reminder that Jesus… Read more “Happy Easter”
Good Friday
I’ve never considered why the name Good Friday isn’t “Good” until recently. For those unfamiliar with Good Friday, the best description I found to help people understand… Read more “Good Friday”
Maundy Thursday
What is Maundy Thursday and why is it so important to many Christians throughout the world? The Thursday before Easter is known as either Maundy Thursday, or Holy Thursday. Maundy is derived from… Read more “Maundy Thursday”
Maintaining balance
Not long ago, I was feeling torn from the emotions of holding onto the past. You see, the past is just that – the past. Yet, when… Read more “Maintaining balance”
Acceptance
What does it take to make you feel accepted? If you are like most people, it varies. It took me a long time to be comfortable in… Read more “Acceptance”
Welcoming
Welcoming is a word that I think we’re all struggling with because businesses are raising prices, our tempers are short, our tolerance is limited, and for the… Read more “Welcoming”
Gene
James Eugene Needham was one of my closest friends that died a little over a year ago. Everyone who knew him called him Gene. He was 62… Read more “Gene”
Change and Congregations
Oh boy. I’m going to do something unconventional for me with today’s topic. I’m putting a lot of thought into what I want to say and how… Read more “Change and Congregations”
Determination
When I think of determination, the first thought that comes to my mind is “the eye of the tiger.” If you are Rocky fans, you’ll know exactly… Read more “Determination”
Forgiving
What does it mean to you to be forgiving? It’s different for everyone. Over the last year, I’ve made mistakes in friendships. I’ve learned who had my… Read more “Forgiving”
Spring
Yesterday was the first day of spring, and I am excited. I love the crispness in the air, along with the clean smells that only happen this… Read more “Spring”
Stormy
As I write this, intense storms are brewing around me. The atmosphere is contemplating what damage it will bring. The forecasters tell everyone to make sure that… Read more “Stormy”
Questionable Dreams
Last night I had the strangest dream because it involved going to space with my friend Darla. I know little about space. I don’t know much about… Read more “Questionable Dreams”
Provide Excellence
Do any of you ever want to call out bullshit when you hear it only to realize that it isn’t your most brilliant move? I think we… Read more “Provide Excellence”
Adjustments
Sunday morning, I woke up confused as to the time. I suppose that it’s normal when Daylight Savings Time enters the picture, but for some reason, I… Read more “Adjustments”
Pettiness
Isn’t it wild how some people get their panties in a wad over little things? For instance, a friend of mine recently went to a local store,… Read more “Pettiness”
Together
When I think of working together, the first word that comes to mind is teamwork. It’s been a while since all of us felt that we were… Read more “Together”
Tough Love and Hard Choices
I’m sure most of you have had tough love extended to you or had to apply tough love to someone you care deeply for due to their… Read more “Tough Love and Hard Choices”
Peace in My Heart
Tensions in this world continue to escalate. People are judgmental over numerous issues while we are all chastized for our choices that fit our lives. Others do… Read more “Peace in My Heart”
Power of Words
This phrase is one of my favorite statements because there is a destructive power in words. Words can incite change for positive or negative behaviors. We are… Read more “Power of Words”
Walking with Love
Have you ever watched someone who struggles with disabilities walk? For something so mindless that many of us can achieve, millions of people can not physically walk… Read more “Walking with Love”
Shadows
Shadows are one thing that, no matter how hard we try, we will never catch. I love the movies where a person’s shadow separates from the person… Read more “Shadows”
Giving
Giving of ourselves sounds so simple, and yet we hesitate on many levels. Many people are among the first to criticize others when they don’t think things… Read more “Giving”
The Pied Piper Effect
I hesitate to talk about this because I know it’s a sore subject for many people. However, instead of the vaccinations, politics, jobs, and other areas of… Read more “The Pied Piper Effect”
Illusions
What are some of the biggest illusions that you have had to face in your lifetime? Some relationships appear effortless when they are not. Others may not… Read more “Illusions”
Peace of Mind
I talked to my mom over the weekend and were recalling conversations with loved ones who had passed. One of the things we remembered is how my… Read more “Peace of Mind”
The Importance of Body Language
Body Language is one of the most effective mechanisms for telling what a person is projecting. For example, if you watch those around you, you can tell… Read more “The Importance of Body Language”
Forgotten
Forgotten – a word utilized efficiently and more challenging to prevent. I think of the forgotten children that are in the foster system. They long for good,… Read more “Forgotten”
Promises
Promises. One word that I think most people are sick of hearing. We hear it from politicians, corporate big-wigs, personal relationships, and those with whom we have… Read more “Promises”
What Mirrors Don’t Show
Mirrors reflect our images onto a reflective source that shows us what it sees. It does not show the inner scars. It won’t tell you a person’s… Read more “What Mirrors Don’t Show”
Gentle Winds of Change
Every day our world changes. We wake to know a loved one who has passed or lost something important in our lives. We might have had positive… Read more “Gentle Winds of Change”
One Step Closer
Every step we take is another step closer to meeting a goal, arriving somewhere we’ve been striving to see, another moment in time that we meet our… Read more “One Step Closer”
Southern Storms
I know I shouldn’t complain. There are many people without power, homes, belongings, and material possessions who have had their lives turned upside down because of the… Read more “Southern Storms”
Losing Control and Getting It Back
It’s not hard to lose control of a situation or in your life. It becomes much more complex to regain what you lost. One of the most… Read more “Losing Control and Getting It Back”
Becoming Numb
Being jaded is something that comes when your heart has become broken so much that you are tired of being used, abused, and discarded like a piece… Read more “Becoming Numb”
Caught in the Undertow
Whenever you think of being caught in the undertow, what’s the first thing that enters your mind? The first thing that comes to my mind is the… Read more “Caught in the Undertow”
When the Drama Builds
Life can become filled with drama. One of the most challenging things any of us can do is walk away from unnecessary drama. When people we love… Read more “When the Drama Builds”
People and Time
Do any of you ever have those days where you feel like you hate people? It’s not so much that I hate them. It’s the way they… Read more “People and Time”
In The Blink of An Eye
Life can happen in the blink of an eye. One minute we are born, and it feels like no time passes before we are growing. We make… Read more “In The Blink of An Eye”
First Responder Heroes
Who do you think of when you think of who the first responders are? Do you think it’s the police? Maybe. What about the Fire Department? How… Read more “First Responder Heroes”
Judging Other’s Faith
Christianity is of the religions that get a bad rap. I can’t help but shake my head at the number of people who judge Christians off the… Read more “Judging Other’s Faith”
