Faith and Spirituality, Writing

Writing My Memoir

So the idea of writing my memoir has been tumbling around in my mind for a long time now. Having a tendency to cram ten lifetimes into one, I've experienced so many things in my life, good as well as some not-so-good (aka: mistakes), that I would like to share in the hopes of helping… Continue reading Writing My Memoir

Writing

Insight From Mark Twain

 "Keep away from people who try to belittle your dreams. Small people always do that, but the really great ones make you feel that you too, can become great." - Mark Twain

Fun, Gratitude, Writing

Thankful Thursday-Magical Common Scents

Have you ever noticed how certain scents can draw you to another time and place, almost working as a sort of time machine? There are scents that take me back to times especially important in my life, bringing comfort and peace. And then there are those, as well, that take me to a time that I would… Continue reading Thankful Thursday-Magical Common Scents

Faith and Spirituality, Fun, Writing

Why I Write

Last week I received an email from the author of a blog I follow,  The Creative Penn, and the author asked her readers to think about why we write.  And that did, indeed, get me thinking... I write because when I do, I: *     Feel freedom and the ability to express myself in a way… Continue reading Why I Write

Faith and Spirituality, Gratitude, Writing

Thankful Thursday – Freedom to Express my Faith

My faith plays a significant role in my day-to-day thoughts and actions. It's who I am. Having the freedom to outwardly express my faith, in essence being free to be me, is a freedom I cherish, allowing me to live by faith rather than fear. I'm so thankful I am able to: 1.     Attend the… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – Freedom to Express my Faith

Faith and Spirituality, Life Lessons, Writing

Life Transformation Through Yoga

Practicing yoga has woven its way through various aspects of this life I live. The parallels are multiple in number, and I believe it's more than mere coincidence that it's called "practicing" yoga. It's a discipline that gives me an opportunity to practice becoming better--at yoga and at living life. Each stretch and pose, as… Continue reading Life Transformation Through Yoga

Faith and Spirituality, Gratitude, Life Lessons, Writing

Thankful Thursday – Angels

Not in the heavenly form with wings and harps, but sent from heaven nonetheless. I'm referring to the special people God has strategically and perfectly placed in my life at the exact moment and purpose that He knew I needed. Those who have made a lasting impact and imprint on my heart, each planting a… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – Angels

Faith and Spirituality, Gratitude, Writing

Thankful Thursday — Autumn & New Beginnings

Autumn--even the word is beautiful, not to mention pleasing to all five senses. It conjures up images of evening lamplight, candle flames flickering and dancing on walls of rooms darkening a wee bit earlier each evening, the scents of food cooking in the crockpot, fresh stewed tomatoes canning, and the smells of cinnamon and nutmeg. Autumn… Continue reading Thankful Thursday — Autumn & New Beginnings

Writing

When I Just Don’t Feel Like Writing

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