Over ten years ago when I first developed degenerative changes in my discs and vertebrae of my lower back, I lived with various levels of pain from Degenerative Disc Disease for well over a year. I still have occasional rounds with aches, sciatica, and pain. Because the vertebral discs in my back are getting thinner, … More Pain, a Feared Dragon or a Potential Teacher?
I enjoy sharing stories from ancient times that may help people laugh or gain wisdom. One such story I heard in a sermon years ago is not found in the Bible but was likely passed down by oral tradition from one generation to the next. The story was eventually recorded in a book of prophet … More The Road to Understanding
Did you know today is “Be an Angel Day”? I just found out about it myself! Well, we can’t be real angels, but why not try to do some of the things they do or did for us. Angels in the Bible, and still today, help people, protect them, deliver messages, show us love, rescue … More It’s Be an Angel Day
I have always loved this ancient Middle Eastern tale. This story is dear to me because it reminds me of my two sons. If you read the end of the post you will see why. The story may also be a reminder to us to help our brothers and sisters of the world who may … More This Is What Brothers Do
I heard this story in one of my husband’s sermons years ago. I still remember it, but it is in my own words. Many years ago, there was a holy man who traveled through the country side. It was rumored that this wise man had a large precious jewel that was more costly and … More The Holy Man and The Precious Jewel
We are at the beginning of local elections looming ahead and with advertisements for candidates already appearing on the television. Oh, BOY! (NOT) .This is a post that is not for or against a political party or candidate. This post is about the strange effects elections seem to have on normally sane, nice, friendly people. … More A War of Affiliations
Fuquay-Varina is now a growing town, actually two small towns that merged to make one larger, small town, in North Carolina. When the name “Fuquay-Varina” is spoken, the first thing everyone wonders is “how do I pronounce that?” Let’s answer that right now: “Few-kway Va-ree-na.” The name was created by the joining of two small … More Love Letters And Healing Springs: The Story Of Fuquay-Varina
The tree in the photo is not a Sequoia. It is a one hundred and nine plus years old tree at Williamsburg, VA. It’s huge outstretched arms seemed to make it appropriate for the picture. I wrote this poem several years ago and decided to share it. I just made some changes in this poem … More A Modern Psalm
It’s almost wintertime in our country and other parts of the world. So bear with me. I think there is a conspiracy by stores to brainwash us. Allow me to explain. No matter how many blankets you have at home, when you enter a moderately warm store and have to thaw from the effects of the … More Soft, Warm and Fuzzy
After my husband passed away in 2009, I stayed at our home and continued working at the hospital. Thankfully, he had suggested that I buy disability insurance through the hospital to cover my needs in the event of any future back problems. After H died, I received a check from the life insurance policy, which … More A New Life of Hope
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