Have you ever had a moment of such incredible happiness that you found yourself wondering “what did I do to deserve this?” I have. And that one question my friends, is a clear cut example of what a twisted culture we live in. You see, happiness is not something that you deserve. It is not... Continue Reading →
The Dark Demon of Despair
"Have you ever dealt with the dark demon of despair? Have you ever invited him to walk with you as you wend your way through life? Has he ever held your hand as you balanced on the razor’s edge of sanity and seduced you with his promises of oblivion?" ~ SSHenry Sometimes the demon of despair doesn’t... Continue Reading →
Joy to the World and Pass the Eggnog!
I don’t know about you, but this time of the year can be stressful for anyone who celebrates the season. In fact, there are days when I feel that Ebenezer Scrooge had it right before the spirits ever got a hold of him, particularly the part where he tells the gentlemen collecting for the... Continue Reading →
Always In Joy
Do you remember when you were a teenager; when there was a guy (or girl) that you really liked and who you wanted to notice you. Do you remember how you reacted? Do you remember what you did? Do you remember finding out everything you could about them and then getting interested in it yourself?... Continue Reading →
Soul On Fire
“What is your passion? What is it that consumes you and fills you with wonder? What is it which, while you are doing it sets your soul on fire? Do you know? Good. So what are you waiting for?” ~ SSHenry Have you noticed that there are some things that set your soul on fire? ... Continue Reading →
Take My Breath Away
‘Sometimes the wonder and beauty of life can be so overpowering that it takes your breath away. In those moments; in those pauses between heartbeats when the world holds its breath in ecstasy; the joy of being alive wells up from that quite place in the core of your innermost self and floods your body,... Continue Reading →
Soaring Into the Storm
God I love a thunderstorm. No, let me correct that - I love the build up to a thunderstorm; the roiling black clouds that build up on the horizon, the increasing pressure in the air, the heady scent of ozone and the wind as it starts gusting through my yard making the roses toss their... Continue Reading →
The Lesson of the Red Rain Boots
“Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby” ~ Langston Hughes When my daughters were small, I remember a day when I had taken them out for lunch. While we were inside eating it started to rain. This wasn’t just... Continue Reading →
Authentic Living 101: Rediscovering Your Joy
In today’s world living authentically is quite the challenge. Part of the challenge - indeed a good bit of it - is in dealing with a society that encourages conformity almost to the point of worshipfulness. Oh don’t get me wrong, we have plenty of choices when it comes to purchases; to styles and entertainments;... Continue Reading →
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