We will never forget. It’s the words we use on this day, eleven years later, we still remember. I was driving to work this morning, listening to the radio. Hearing the stories of survivors, listening to the names of the victims being read, and praying for all the victim’s families. It was on 9/11, the … Continue reading
Inspiration can be found in many ways: In words strung together to create a perfect blend of pictures, a writer inspires readers through the use of tension and imagination. In the arts, with designs of visual beauty, inspiration intended by the artist is seen through their works. In music heard over blended harmonies of instruments … Continue reading
“Your blocked door doesn’t mean God doesn’t love you. Quite the opposite. It’s proof that he does.” – Max Lucado You try one door after another, yet no one responds to your résumé. No university accepts your application. No doctor has a remedy for your illness. No buyers look at your home. Your marriage is … Continue reading
Having a pity party about your circumstances will only keep you down. Think about the direction your life is taking. What you do for yourself today determines your tomorrow. Don’t just spend time with God when you’re feeling desperate. Spend time with God every day so when the desperation enters you will be equipped to … Continue reading
For the cries are not heard in the silence, the tears are not seen in the darkness, but the hunger for love is everywhere. What can a person do to break through the barriers surrounding this world? Nation upon nation are rising up in battles. Young children are bullied in schools across this country. Abuse in many forms … Continue reading
Today I spent so much time trying to invest in my future, I took less time to appreciate all my blessings. Life is like that in a lot of ways. We dance to our own music, play along with the balancing act, and forget to stop and smell the roses. It’s my Dad’s birthday and … Continue reading
Opening statements were heard today in the case of against Dr. Conrad Murray for the death of Michael Jackson. A very emotionally charged case. I watched the prosecutor present their case. They showed a picture of a deceased Michael Jackson. They played a disturbing voice recording of Michael from May 10, 2009 (a month prior to his … Continue reading
More Twilight stars? Are there vampires stalking around Hollywood? This story has circulated the internet for the past week. A revealing 1870 photo of a man who looks like Cage selling on eBay. The seller, Jack_Mord, put the photo up for bid with the claim that Nicolas Cage was secretly a vampire. The price for the … Continue reading
I did not know this man. I did not know his story or the police officer that was fatally shot. Yet I became intrigued to follow the story over the last several days like many others. Troy Davis made national headlines this week as supporters attempted to stop his execution. Convicted over 20 years ago for killing … Continue reading
Memories are those thoughts you harbor in the back of your mind. They wait for you. Sometimes holding you captive, and sometimes just waiting for you to come for a visit. Memories if kept locked away can burst out like a volcano. When you hold in feelings too long they can form deep impressions inside … Continue reading