With rushing from task to task, preparation and shopping, what happens to peace, perfect peace? I found it recently when my dear friend stopped by, and as always, she came with armfuls of gifts. She placed a big box in my hand. “It’s hand-painted,” she said as she pulled out a glass pitcher and four …
My friend and I sat at the kitchen table and chatted about the past. “He was really hurt,” she said, “took him a long time to overcome the rejection.” Guilt came over me. I had dated her brother and ended the relationship in an insensitive and abrupt way. I fidgeted in my seat and gave …
I have to admit, I’m married to a man who knows the power of words. Last night, before dinner, I pulled out forks from the silverware drawer. I turned to hubby and in a casual tone, I said, “Know what? I just heard of a natural supplement that curbs your craving for sweet things.” “Nope, …
Trying to adjust to our new home and culture in the U.S., I looked different than the sixth grade girls. But in time, I learned enough English to understand their harsh comments. How could I build self-esteem while enduring the ridicule from my classmates? They were the reasons for my lack of self-worth. Or were …