Well, here we go again, I thought. More marathon reading about the world’s destitute. Sounds a little callous, doesn’t it? But I was trying to gather some courage. This was not the first time I had been given this assignment, and I knew it would affect me emotionally. An international social service agency’s American sponsors gave…
I face some real challenges in my life. Health is a carrot ever dangled before me. Day after day, I press toward the mark. Did you ever sing that old-school song, “Because he lives, I can face tomorrow. Because he lives, all fear is gone. Because I know he holds the future, and life is…
Have you ever experienced a tire blowout? I haven’t, and it’s something I hope I never have to experience. In fact, I needed to research it to find out exactly what happens and why. According to Popular Mechanics, a tire blowout occurs most often in the summer because people drive farther with heavier loads, and…
This is the month I love to curl up with my children and read November by Cynthia Rylant, a cozy book which encourages thoughts of gratitude. In addition to giving thanks, my mind often wanders to thoughts of legacy and heritage during this month of pumpkin pie and family gatherings. I was blessed to be…
“Tear off the mask. Your face is glorious.” ~Rumi Today is Halloween, which has me thinking about some of my favorite costumes as a kid. There was one I particularly loved…Rainbow Brite. I must have been about four or five, and I can still remember the joy I felt picking out that costume. One fabulous…
In spite of my aching knee, I decided to go for a run. I was determined to stick with my routine, to achieve at least one of my goals to lose weight, be faster, and run farther. Less than half a mile later, I tripped on a curb and twisted my ankle. Luckily, I caught…