Nothing. Absolutely nothing is worth the energy and effort and emotion that worrying requires. Nothing. Nothing in the history of the world has ever been positively changed by worrying. Nothing. Ever. Thinking through things logically, yes. That has changed minds, held tongues, and given rise to some of the most beautiful stories, poetry and art ever created. But worry, no. Worry is thinking about things we either can't or won't change. Worry is obsessing over what might happen. Worry is ... read more
Close – Five Minute Friday
Close requires risk. It means you are putting your heart out there to trust and care for another person. It means that someone else now has the power to wound you. But it also means that you allow someone else to encourage you, build you up, and enrich you. Close requires work. It means you spend time being physically close to someone. It means you spend time talking to someone. It means you forgive when you are hurt. And it means asking for forgiveness when you are the one who has done ... read more
Five Minute Friday: Writer
The simple word writer stirs in me great longing and excitement and desire. Being a writer is my dream. Being a writer means that you can connect with people at an intimate level. Being a writer means that you can communicate to others that which lies deep in your heart, that which is most important to you. Being a writer means that you get to share with others what is most meaningful to you. Being a writer means that your words make an impact on people. What a privilege. What a ... read more
Five Minute Friday – Hero
Five Minute Friday. My favorite link up. Where writers from all over the world come together to share our thoughts on the same topic and then encourage and support each other. Join us at http://lisajobaker.com/. Today's word: Hero. Heroes love. Heroes are brave. Heroes put others above themselves. Heroes so often go unnoticed. My heroes come in many forms. The soldier and his/her family who make so many sacrifices to help ensure the safety of others. Men and women who fight fires and crime, and ... read more
Five Minute Friday – Visit
On Fridays we write together. On one shared prompt. And we take comfort in each others’ words. Familiar and different at the same time. If this is your first time – click here for how to join us. You’re so very welcome. God calls us to fellowship together. As with all God asks or commands, there is good reason for it. When we visit, when we come together and enjoy each other, we are refreshed. We are able to share that which causes us joy and pain, and allow someone else to share ... read more
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