Loved? As In Past Tense?
Here’s a little pet peeve of mine: When someone says “I loved him/her” after someone has passed away. Loved? As in past tense? But … why? I understand that the individual they are speaking of is not here on this earth any longer, but to...An Open Book? Not So Fast!
Once upon a time I was an open book. My friends and family didn’t have to ask about the details of my life because I would freely share with them. I had no secrets so why not share and share alike, right? Wrong. It often became one sided with me sharing and...Pondering Christmas
I have been pondering Christmas for a number of reasons. I guess as I’ve grown older, Christmas does not mean what it once did. When there was so much fuss over presents and what material items were on our “wish lists,” we have grown to realize...Angel of Hope Ceremony
Every year on the first Saturday in December we gather at the Angel of Hope Garden to remember the children that have gone too soon. Regardless of the age of the child, whether a tiny baby or an adult, they are precious children, and their parents have either had...
Light, Love, Hope
Shirley is the proud mother of two beautiful young ladies and is now an extremely ecstatic grandmother of two precious little boys! Her family is her heart and soul, and she thanks God for blessing her so tremendously in this life. She has many titles: Child of God, Daughter, Mother, Grandmother, Accountant, Leader Singer in two Rock 'n Roll bands, Vocalist on the Worship Team at Church, Adventure Seeker, Lighthouse Lover, Horse Owner, Trixanne & Gypsy's Fur Mama, Blogger, Momentum Influencer, Blessed By God, Saved By Grace. Shirley writes to encourage others and often times shares things that motivate and inspire her. She believes in living life to the fullest because no one is promised the gift of another day. Join her as we honor our bodies, minds, hearts, souls, and our Almighty Creator, God above!
