These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a long history of patriotism and honor - and a nation who has fought many battles to keep our country free from threats of terror. Michael N. Castle Read more at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/topics/topic_memorialday.html#G7szRXqC2XTO2lcE.99 These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a… Continue reading Happy Memorial Day
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My Writing Process
I met the talented Rachel Carrera during the 2014 A to Z Blogging Challenge and was invited by her to participate in the Writing Process Blog Tour. I've been reading the answers to the given questions by other bloggers who have participated and I have to say it's been enlightening to not only read about other writers, but to… Continue reading My Writing Process
“S” is for…
S.P.E.A.K. This past Saturday I participated in an event near and dear to my heart. The Youth Commission in my city hosts a S.P.E.A.K. (Suicide Prevention Education Awareness and Knowledge) week each year and one of the events is a 5K walk, which was Saturday. Having been touched--and devastated--by suicide with a friend several years ago… Continue reading “S” is for…
“R” is for…
One of my very dearest friends named her dog Rahab. One day when we were out for a walk, she was telling me the story of how her son thought it was terrible that she named the dog Rahab. "Why is it terrible?" asked my friend. "Mom!" He looked at her as if she were… Continue reading “R” is for…
“P” is for…
I created a new page on my blog for those wishing to participate, to write prayer requests, for me and anyone who reads the page. If you want to request prayer for someone you know who's going through a difficult time, emotionally or physically, or would like to request prayer for yourself, it's an open place to ask. "For where… Continue reading “P” is for…
“O” is for…
I try to live life openly. Open-minded. To new ideas. To those whose opinions are on the opposite end of the spectrum than mine. To an alternate, unfamiliar way to reach an end to something. Open to new experiences, and revisiting old. Open to change. Open to accepting the unacceptable, loving the unlovable. I try to… Continue reading “O” is for…
“N” is for…
Namaste is a form of respect, often said as a customary greeting when coming together or a farewell upon parting, commonly used by the people in South Asia, as well as in the Yoga community. Just saying the word brings me peace. Aadil Palkhivala's explained it well in Yoga Journal: "The gesture Namaste represents the belief… Continue reading “N” is for…
“M” is for…
Mamounata. And Alex and Amede. These three precious children have changed my life. They've taken me out of my own self-centeredness by sharing their lives with me. Mamaounata is 9 years old, from Burkina Faso, and likes dolls and group games; Alex is 14, from Tanzania, and likes soccer and singing; and Amede is 8,… Continue reading “M” is for…
“K” is for…
I read a post yesterday on a blog I follow, In Her Words Avenue, and it reminded me of an incident that happened several years ago that, each time I think of it, reminds me never to underestimate the power of kindness. Its ripple effect travels endlessly. When my grandfather was lying in a hospital bed, the angel… Continue reading “K” is for…
“H” is for…
It's my favorite place in the entire world. But more than a place, I think of it as a state of being. Home is where I am when I have my kids and grandkids with me, whether it's at my house or elsewhere. Home is where I am when I'm on a nature walk, feeling… Continue reading “H” is for…
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