Whether it's revising my novel, journaling, blogging, or writing letters to the children I sponsor through Compassion International, I try to do some sort of writing every day. But truth be told, some days I just simply don't feel like writing. And from reading what other writers have to say, I'm not alone in that… Continue reading When I Just Don’t Feel Like Writing
Author: Rhonda
Thankful Thursday -The Smallest Hope
Recently I was laid up with an unexpected illness, accompanied by a level of pain I can't ever remember experiencing. On the third day I woke feeling relieved of the pain. Until I tried to ride my bike and walk, both of which were not possible, as it brought the pain back full force. However,… Continue reading Thankful Thursday -The Smallest Hope
Banishing Routine – Sometimes
I recently read a blog post by Katherine Valdez called Cross-Training for Writers, and it got me to re-think my writing routine. While I thrive on routine in most areas of my life, writing is the one thing that sets me free from routine that can suffocate living. Creating stories is an escape from the real world… Continue reading Banishing Routine – Sometimes
Thankful Thursday – Golden Silence
Silence - the absence of sound, chaos, noise. That moment that lends all consuming peace and serenity. There was a time in my life when silence was anything but pleasant. It was anything but peaceful and serene. In fact, it was equal to the most obnoxious pounding. Pounding which was probably the reflection of my… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – Golden Silence
Truly Admirable People
1. Jesus - Even though He was faced with every imaginable trial, the least of which would break the strongest among us, He persevered sinless. He performed miracles and gave of Himself endlessly, showing compassion equally for all, regardless of financial status, gender, race, or background. He gave the ultimate gift of Himself for those… Continue reading Truly Admirable People
Thankful Thursday – Nature’s Beauty
“The earth has music for those who listen.” ― George Santayana Nothing helps lift my spirits quite as high or more quickly than a walk in nature, surrounded by God's abundant gifts. Simple yet breathtaking. Serene yet powerful. I enjoy looking for what God is teaching me through this magnificent beauty He provides. These trees growing… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – Nature’s Beauty
The Power Behind a Thought
Watch your thoughts for they become words, watch your words for they become actions, watch your actions, for they become habits, watch your habits for they become your character, watch your character for it becomes your destiny. —Ralph Waldo Emerson The first thought in the morning can be the driving force behind the entire day.… Continue reading The Power Behind a Thought
Thankful Thursday – My Sponsor Kiddos
As far back as I can remember, volunteering in some capacity has played an important role in my life. The latest is one that has enlarged my heart's capacity to truly love, empathize, and want to give in a way I've never known was possible. Several years ago I felt a stirring in my heart… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – My Sponsor Kiddos
My Ten Favorite Memories
1. Lying in the fishing boat we kept anchored to the old wooden dock on the lake at the house I grew up in. I would lay there for hours, sometimes still in my pajamas, writing poetry, dreaming about becoming a journalist in New York City, or sometimes just laying doing nothing at all except… Continue reading My Ten Favorite Memories
Thankful Thursday – My Passions
I feel so blessed that my passions in life can also honor God. While I'm well aware that I'm not even close to perfect and I clearly make mistakes, my passion to be the best wife, mother, and grandmother I can possibly be inspires me to get my hope, strength, and guidance from God. It gives… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – My Passions
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