Yesterday was Mother’s Day. For many, it was a time to celebrate the special men and women who have taken care of us throughout our lifetime. For… Read more “Childless Women that Faced Mother’s Day”
Cellphone Hacked? It Happens
Earlier this week, I discovered that someone hacked my phone. One of my very closest friends called to tell me that a man was answering my phone.… Read more “Cellphone Hacked? It Happens”
Music of the soul
Have you ever wondered about how much music affects every single one of us? I used to think that music was the one thing I could take… Read more “Music of the soul”
Life and Games
It’s incredible what enters our minds when we least expect memories to re-enter our brains. Thirty years ago, I was twenty-one and thought I knew better than… Read more “Life and Games”
Minds and Hearts
I had to chuckle at myself because I recognized my ways after conversing with a fellow member in my church Sunday morning. We discussed how my neighbor… Read more “Minds and Hearts”
Pushing Buttons and Getting Patience
How do most of you handle things when your patience has worn so thin that the only thing you want to do is walk away from everyone… Read more “Pushing Buttons and Getting Patience”
Beautifully Messy
Remember what it was like as a kid to make a mess? We knew our parents would clean it up. We could play in the dirt and… Read more “Beautifully Messy”
Morning Movement
I woke up this morning half awake, half zombied, with my body wanting to go the opposite direction as my feet. I had been up until almost… Read more “Morning Movement”
Community
When I hear the word community, the first thing that pops in my mind is my neighborhood. Perhaps it’s because I can identify what I know better… Read more “Community”
Sacrifices
What are some of the sacrifices you make daily? Maybe you sacrifice time so that others could reap benefits? Perhaps you make sacrifices for your kids so… Read more “Sacrifices”
When We Assume
My friend Ken reminded me Wednesday that if I wanted to make changes happen in my life, that I needed to knock down the doors that were… Read more “When We Assume”
Put Yourself First
I wrote about making yourself a priority in another blog. I felt the need to reiterate this point because not only have I had to be reminded… Read more “Put Yourself First”
The Strength of Heart
It takes a lot of strength when we’re weak. Getting up when knocked on our tushes can often take all the power we can muster. Facing conflicts… Read more “The Strength of Heart”
Cracks in the Doors
Life is full of cracks and crevices. We all eagerly anticipate opportunities and often remark how we could only find a gap through a door to push… Read more “Cracks in the Doors”
Invisible Scars
Scars are marks that remain on our bodies that are usually visible. What happens when the scars on our hearts are not transparent? I know people, including… Read more “Invisible Scars”
The Hometown Feeling
One of the best feelings in the world is to be in your hometown where people know you. When Dad died, we had many people who gave… Read more “The Hometown Feeling”
God Only Knows
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”
Music for the Soul
Have you ever wondered about how much music affects every single one of us? I used to think that music was the one thing I could take… Read more “Music for the Soul”
Greater
What does the word “greater” mean to you? Well, according to dictionary.com there are multiple meanings. For example: “adjective, greater, greatest.1.unusually or comparatively large in size or dimensions: A great fire destroyed nearly half the city.2.large in number; numerous:Great hordes of tourists descend on Europe each summer.3.unusual or considerable in degree, power, intensity, etc.: great pain.4.wonderful; first-rate; very good: We had a great time. That’s great!5.being such in an extreme or notable degree: great friends; a great talker.6.notable; remarkable; exceptionally outstanding: a great occasion.7.important; highly significant or consequential: the great issues in American history. When… Read more “Greater”
