It’s an award for amazing bloggers with ingenious posts. Their blog not only captivates; it inspires and motivates. They are one of the best out there, and they deserve every recognition they get. This award is also for bloggers who find fun and inspiration in blogging, and they do it with so much love and … Continue reading Mystery Blogger Award
Find an Outlet and Plug In
We use electricity daily without thinking. We always take it for granted...until a storm comes and knocks out the power. Then we groan and moan because we realize how much we depend upon electricity to illuminate and simplify our lives. The simple truth is especially evident with the introduction of cell phones, lap tops and … Continue reading Find an Outlet and Plug In
How to Survive a Bad Boss
I started working when I was 15 years old. My first job was McDonald's. I liked the idea of earning extra money, and I didn't mind the work. But my boss was a perpetually angry man whose rants and insults drove many employees, including me to seek employment elsewhere. I mean, who could work for … Continue reading How to Survive a Bad Boss
LIEBSTER AWARD!
I am so humbled by the nomination for The LIEBSTER Award by fellow blogger patrickrealstories@wordpress.com. I would encourage you to read Patrick's bog. He writes true life with grit, honesty and truth. Thank you Patrick. I Cannot possibly nominate all of the great bloggers that I interact with who have touched me this past year. … Continue reading LIEBSTER AWARD!
A New Beginning?
Sharon examined the purplish black bruising under her right eye. Gingerly, she tried to dab on her Cover Girl concealer, but winced and drew back from the pain. No tears fell. She had learned long ago that it never helped. Actually, this time was not so bad: a bruise or two, a small cut on … Continue reading A New Beginning?
My Christmas Wish
Sitting on my mother's patio, in the early morning as spears of golden light form bands of simmering art on the concrete, I relish my time alone. The others are sleeping after a frantic round of Christmas gatherings. So much food, presents and general mirth, Christmas has yet to arrive and we are tired. As … Continue reading My Christmas Wish
Miles to Go Before I Sleep
The woods are lovely dark and deep But I have promises to keep And miles to go before I sleep And miles to go before I sleep. Robert Frost We had a snow storm way down here in the deep south. We were expecting just a dusting, so we put on our heavy coats and … Continue reading Miles to Go Before I Sleep
Breathing Under Water
Several years ago, OK...twenty to be exact, some friends and I vacationed on St. John in the Virgin Islands. It was one of the most beautiful places I had ever seen. Cruise ships had not yet been approved to dock there, relegated instead to the larger island of St. Thomas. The dearth of tourists allowed … Continue reading Breathing Under Water
The Art of Saying No
Many years ago, when I was a field worker, I had a friend name Della. As a social worker in child protective services, she investigated child abuse and neglect alongside me. She loved the challenge of the job, often expressing that she wouldn't be as happy anywhere else. It was common for us to be … Continue reading The Art of Saying No
Peace like a River
I've got peace like a river I've got peace like a river I've got peace like a river In my soul. Who remembers that old hymn? Peace like a river. But what does it mean? There are multiple rivers in the US. Some, like the Mississippi or the Missouri stretch for hundreds of miles, serving … Continue reading Peace like a River
Water for Camels 