Reflection, Spiritual

Bad Days

If there is one thing that I am sure of is that God has a plan for my life and that He is in control of every detail. Life has taught me that bad days have their place in my story, even though I may not always know it in the moment. Moreover, I've learned… Continue reading Bad Days

Reflection, Spiritual

Please Don’t Leave My Side

I have a confession; I've failed, sinned and fallen more times than I can count. With each fall, I couldn't help but feel the burden of my sin like the weight of the world on my shoulders. I can relate to the Psalmist's prayer when he begs God toĀ keep him inĀ His presence and requestsĀ that the… Continue reading Please Don’t Leave My Side

Reflection, Spiritual

A little work and BIG dreams

I like the book of Proverbs because it offers so much valuable advice. Today's scripture is a reminder to take time from our busy schedules and work on our dreams rather than postpone them. Perhaps we may not be able to dive in completely but, like grains of sand in an hourglass, little efforts tend… Continue reading A little work and BIG dreams

Reflection, Spiritual

Shades of Gray

When I was a child (and sometimes as an adult), I held on to the promises made to me, literally taking hold of them. Unfortunately that led (and still leads) to many disappointments. People sometimes say "don't hold your breath" when referring to a promise that may not be fulfilled, but there is someone I… Continue reading Shades of Gray

Free write, Poetry

I Woke Up

  We woke up this morning, that already makes us luckier than most.   Today I woke up tired, feeling drained Today I woke up with a long to-do list Today I woke up wishing it were the weekend already Today I woke up hoping it would be a good day Today I woke up… Continue reading I Woke Up