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All I Want for Christmas…
The day after Thanksgiving, I watched my young cousins grab the sales circulars out of the newspaper and begin circling–with a Sharpie no less–the toys and games they wanted for Christmas. I couldn’t...
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The End of the World
December 21, 2012…the world ends! On that Friday, eleven days from today, the world will self destruct and humanity will exist no more. Except… I suppose a remnant will remain (God always keeps a...
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Encountering the Written Word
Words, writing, and books….these are topics I can talk about for hours, and typically do with a friend who is as into these topics as I am. Recently, this friend and I were talking, trying to determine...
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A Librarian’s Tribute
A few days ago, I learned that my high school librarian, Lori Kirtley-Wilson passed away (pictured above). A few days ago, I learned more about her than I had learned during the three years I walked...
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The Worst Boss Ever!
I had planned to save this post for October when National Boss’ Day is recognized but recently I’ve encountered a number of people complaining about their bosses so I decided to share this now. I hope...
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Unchartered Territory
You may be wondering why this picture. I snapped this shot one morning as I was travelling a road that I rarely travel. It’s not the clearest photo (the camera on my cell phone is not the best) so let...
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In Memory of “Sweet” Francis Ray
On Tuesday, July 2, Dallas-based romance author Francis Ray passed away. I was shocked when I heard the news and saddened. Even now (several days later) as I’m typing this I still can’t believe...
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To Trayvon, Mitch, et al.
I am a writer and yet I find it difficult to articulate my thoughts and feelings about the Zimmerman/Martin situation. Every time I try to do so, I am overcome with tears and feelings of despair. So as...
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Happy Halloween!
I have a confession to make. I am a Christian who loves Halloween. Okay, maybe love is too strong a word but I thoroughly enjoy it. I admit this because recently a friend commented that she did not...
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Honoring Our Veterans
One of my favorite hymns is “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing.” I love the imagery that the words of this song evoke. My heart expands beyond capacity when I visualize 1,000 tongues speaking and...
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How Can I Raise a King?
A few days ago I attended a Christmas concert and it was lovely; the music, the handbells, the choirs, the costumes and decorations—so spiritual, so moving. There were many songs I knew but a few I had...
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Christmas Turned Kwanzaa
Christmas, as you know, is a time for people to celebrate the birth of Jesus and to show our appreciation for his saving grace by bestowing gifts, big and small, on loved ones and strangers. Kwanzaa,...
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A Letter from a Dallas Jail
The observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day dominates the start of every new year. Across the nation, many children and adults of all nationalities, cultures and beliefs reflect on Dr. King’s...
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From Me to You with Love
A VALENTINE’S PRAYER My prayer for you on this special day is that LOVE presents itself to you at every turn. Indeed, that every second of your life is filled with LOVE. HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!
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Working Your Mission
Some people call it purpose, others term it a calling. Lovenia and Evelyn call it a mission. These two ladies are the founders of Working Your Mission, an inspirational/motivational company that...
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Lead With Love
On June 25, we observed the anniversary of Michael Jackson’s death. Five years after his passing, his legacy remains intact; that legacy in my opinion being: lead with love. Despite what we may think...
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Here’s Mine…Now Show Me Yours
Vacation photos that is. I recently returned from nine glorious, wonderful, relaxing days in beautiful Costa Rica. If you’ve never been there, you must go. The land is green and lush, and the plants,...
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My Bucket List
Recently, a friend posted her author bucket list–a list of things she wants to accomplish as an author/writer before she dies. Her post at FaithSimone.com inspired me to think about what I want to...
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