My doctoral research study is to examine community resilience after a mass shooting. This has been quite the undertaking and I declare that there were moments of the process that really tested my own resilience, patience, and fortitude. The last few days have been proof of this. My friends know of my feelings, and I … Continue reading The Resilient Cheerleader
I’ve received many sweet surprises on this, my birthday week. My special day was enjoyable, and I was able to put aside the work I have in every area of my life to thank God for another year. It is a great experience to know I am loved, liked, and cherished. This week it is … Continue reading Why Love is…
This salad is one of my favorite in this group. It is bright, light, and oh so, refreshing. I use lemon juice instead of vinegar to maintain the color of the apple and avocado. Make sure to wash the avocado, as well as other vegetables/fruit before cutting begins. Serves 1 or 2. Ingredients: One organic … Continue reading Recipe: Lemon Cut-Up Salad
In the earlier part of this month, of this year, I am supplied with an aging milestone. I’ll be 55! My biggest dilemma now, is whether I’ll be attending church events dedicated to the 55 and older age group 🙂 I am leaning toward “probably not”! This current decision is not based on the idea … Continue reading Oh! The Places…
I pride myself on not being gullible. Yet, there are times when my trusting nature can get the best of me. I just came out from a situation like this. It took me a couple of days to say, no more! It was tough, it was disheartening, and it was daunting. But with God’s guidance, … Continue reading Discerning Cons
As a child, this bread was a staple in our home. We only ate packed breads (meaning bread like the ones found in plastic in bread aisles in many grocery stores) when we ran out of time to bake bread for the week. This was a seldom practice though. A simple and delicious recipe. If … Continue reading Recipe: Belizean Creole Bread
My grandmother was so loving. She used to bake, cook, garden, and do may crafts with me and my sister. Our times together were very special. One precious memory was her German Pancake. She made this based on her German heritage. When I grew up in Belize, apples and grapes were only available during Christmas … Continue reading Recipe: Grandmum Pearl’s German Pancake
My admiration for preachers of old is an element of who I am. One component of myself, I am most intrigued with. I often reflect on my innate ability to adhere to the profound messages of comfort they hold. Messages of hope, grace, miracles, and promises of God. Archaic; yet, beautiful messages as common foundations … Continue reading Take Him at His Word
The most precious piece of art I have in the home, is the one hanging over my bed. It simply says, “Always kiss me goodnight.” Although I do not have an earthly being to portray this special endearment to, this serves as a friendly reminder that I should honor God for the day I’ve completed. … Continue reading Words & Gifts
The month of February offers much to celebrate. It is the month where love is illustrious, it is Black History month, and it is recognized by the Heart Association as American Heart Month. In thought and spirit, it declares a time of pure and generous succor. Elucidating comfort to those who may have good satisfying … Continue reading Love Hurts?