Tags: Fear, Health Problems, Peace
Scar Face & Combat Boots
As he pushed my husband on a gurney through the dark outdoor paths of the old hospital, transferring his sick body from one place to another, I followed closely behind. Looking around, all I could see was concrete and alleys everywhere. There was no one is sight. I had no idea where we were or where we were headed. Like an out of body experience I watched myself take each step praying for healing and comfort with every breath. Behind me was another man, a paramedic, who looked a bit scary. I can still hear the sound of his huge
Stormy Peace
The colorful leaves dance with brilliance amidst the palette of beautiful fall hues, and the smell of cinnamon pumpkin fills our homes through candles, plug-ins, and favorite desserts. Whether you love fall, or are already wishing for the warm sunshine and the taste of the salty waves, the change of seasons is well on its way. When we speak of seasons, we have a forecaster that warns us of any sudden changes that are on the horizon, but life isn’t as predictable. Seasons of life do not come in a pattern or with a forecaster, however they do come with
Smile
Have you ever met a person who seems to always be smiling? I mean the people who could be going through the most difficult thing you could ever imagine and you look up to see their face shining like an angel. Irritating, isn’t it? Well, I am married to Mr. Smily himself. Life can be swirling like a hurricane and his pearly whites and baby blues still seem to sparkle. Life tends to bring hard times. Difficult times seem to turn everything upside down. Smooth days turn to long, dreaded days. Fun outings look like just another activity to squeeze
Turn down the noise and BE STILL
Be still. A simple command that we begin teaching our children at an early age. Sit down and be still. This morning as I sat down in my comfy chair and leaned back on my perfectly plump pillow, I put my favorite coffee mug to my lips and I listened to myself inhale deeply. Before I could exhale, my rare moment of peace and quiet was abruptly interrupted by a long, loud version of one of the most desired titles of womankind, “Moooooom!” Although I love moments of stillness and quiet it seems everything in my world fights against it,
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