We live in an amazing world of diversity. Each life is different. Every one is important. As people, we can learn a great deal from creation. Just like the variety of beautiful flowers, we can bloom where we are planted. Bloom Where Planted We don't choose when...
No one can derail your destiny, but you. Those of us who have survived the core violation of child sexual abuse or other adverse childhood experiences, sometimes feel as if our destiny derailed. Destiny Derailed? That is a tough pill to swallow. What exactly does that mean?Personal...
Here in NH, a female candidate that says she's pro-life with exceptions in cases of rape and incest, who also maneuvered against recognizing a preborn child as 'another' in cases of where a pregnant woman is killed, received an endorsement from Susan B. Anthony List. I believe...
I'm not sure exactly where and when they went wrong. They have been the national pro-life organization since Roe v. Wade. That was almost 44 years ago. 44 years of continued killing. Also, 44 years of wounded women. Clearly, 44 years of failed efforts. Now,...
Are people really toxic? What does that mean? Toxic People I have seen numerous self-help posts about dealing with toxic people and actually, I find it a bit misleading. The people aren't toxic in the sense that they pollute the environment with tangible or physical junk. It's...
1 Peter 5:8-9Amplified Bible (AMP) 8 Be sober [well balanced and self-disciplined], be alert and cautious at all times. That enemy of yours, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion [fiercely hungry], seeking someone to devour. 9 But resist him, be firm in your faith [against his attack—rooted, established, immovable], knowing that...
We all have control issues. Some people are control freaks. They will manipulate people and situations in order to feel like they are in charge. They use people to achieve their own ends. It can seem like children are control freaks, but are they? I...
Have you every really dreaded some event or activity? Maybe you thought, "If I just get through it, I'll be ok." Perhaps, it was giving a speech or gym class in school. Maybe, it was the job interview process or giving birth. It could have...
I have so many "To Do" lists. How about you? It might be on a calendar or a sheet of paper. It could be on your device; computer, phone or tablet. Maybe it's in your head or maybe you have a person who helps you stay...
I think we are designed to want justice. I do think there are an awful lot of people who have no concept of justice. But I still think that was our original design. Somewhere, deep inside, we cry, "Where's Justice?" Social Media? As I scroll through my...