On my last trip, I leaned toward the escort who was helping me get from the airline counter to my gate. “I need to visit the ladies’ room.” “Sure, it’s right up ahead,” he said. I left my suitcase with him and entered using my white cane for guidance. The place was empty. That meant …
A hot summer afternoon in Orlando is perfect for a cold smoothie. I blend strawberries, bananas, pineapple, a touch of honey and almond milk. I place a glass full before my grands. Seated at the kitchen table, they wiggle in anticipation. After the first sip, they echo, “Hmmm…it’s yummylicious. Thank you, Nana.” Then with no warning, …
In defining our own life’s purpose, we outline our limitations. I got pretty excited to hear the latest video I created on YouTube. The theme was purpose for our lives. And when it ended, the next video came on. An elderly man spoke about how we must discover our purpose. Curiosity nudged me to listen. And when he …
God doesn’t promise a day without problems, or moments without trials, but aligned with Him, He promises a satisfied soul. Two days ago, even my keyboard felt sticky. The air conditioner decided to stop working. And, in the Florida summer heat, my energy was melting into drops of worry. What if we need to repair the whole thing, what …
Recently, I sat beside my dearest friend at a banquet presented by AWSA (Advanced Authors and Speakers Association) as I munched the yummy dish before me, I listened to the awards being issued to illustrious authors in various categories. There was even an award to singer, comedian, and author, Chonda Pierce. And when the details were announced …
We were the envy of the neighborhood. Our neighbors watched us ride in a cab toward the airport. We were leaving Bolivia and heading to the land where dreams come true. And along with dreams, integrity fueled my father to enter the U.S. with documents in hand, sacrifice in his heart, and commitment in his …
Living with triumph or looking at our problems is a choice. “I have a bit of bad news,” hubby said. “Got a notice from the IRS; someone stole our social security number and all other information. They filed taxes using our name.” The IRS agent listed the places to call and inform them we were …
Anxious thoughts are the beginning of an emotional disease; but eagerness to please God is the cure. A bit jealous? You betcha I was. “I re-organized my closets and cabinets,” my dear friend said. We all do that from time to time, right? I do. Every 20 years. But my friend goes through that process …
How to handle bad news has been a quest for me for years…till I heard this story. My friend’s son had placed a beautiful bird feeder outside his window, hoping to enjoy the birds visiting from time to time. But rather than visit, they formed their nest inside it. And then began a very odd …
Does God care about the details of my life, in the obstacles I face, and the degree of my suffering? The answer was obvious to me until I had an accident. Hubby and I decided that juicing was a good step to a healthier life. So prepared with the brand new juicer, I pulled organic …