Photo by S Migaj ACE's - you might think card games or school grades, but in this instance I am referring to Adverse Childhood Experiences. You may have read the term in a passing article or heard it on a news show. However, do we fully understand what this means for individuals and society at … Continue reading ACE’s and What They Mean for a Lifetime
The Woman Who Scandalously Anointed Jesus
Photo by Mareefe on Pexels.com No one knows how she even gained entrance to Simon's house. After all, it was a gentleman's dinner, as all group dinners were in that day. Certainly no females allowed...they were ranked somewhere close to dogs. Except somehow, scandalously, this woman barged in, ignoring their barbs and outrage as she … Continue reading The Woman Who Scandalously Anointed Jesus
The Women Stayed – They Usually Do
Then that little man in black there, he says women can't have as much rights as men, 'cause Christ wasn't a woman! Where did your Christ come from? Where did your Christ come from? From God and a woman! Man had nothing to do with Him. ~ Sojourner Truth Photo by Chelsi Peter on Pexels.com … Continue reading The Women Stayed – They Usually Do
Perfectionism – A 20-Ton Shield
Perfectionism is the 20-ton shield we drag around to keep from being hurt. In truth, it keeps us from being seen. ~ Brene Brown, PhD Photo by Pixabay Today I received an email from a company wanting to sell me skin care products. They informed me it is International Women's Day...I'm not super excited about … Continue reading Perfectionism – A 20-Ton Shield
Robbers of Joy
Photo by Ben White These days we live in...how often do you catch yourself taking deep, down-to-your-toes sighs because of all the sad or bad news you hear? One friend is so depressed that she has isolated from everyone. A good friend from my hometown is in constant pain and is facing serious back surgery. … Continue reading Robbers of Joy
Coercive Control – What is It and What to Do About it?
Photo by Sammy Williams I trust most of you are having a lovely Valentine celebration with the one you love. My desire for you is that your loved one is treating you special, bought you a present AND flowers. Today, however, I want to draw our attention to an insidious form of domestic abuse that … Continue reading Coercive Control – What is It and What to Do About it?
What to Do With Guilt, Shame & Chronic Illness
If Your law had not been my delight, I would have perished in my affliction. Psalm 119:92, ESV Photo by cottonbro If you have been reading my blog for awhile, you are aware of my personal health challenges. In fact, I have been afflicted with fibromyalgia and chronic migraines for nearly 16 years. The battle … Continue reading What to Do With Guilt, Shame & Chronic Illness
Missing People’s Faces
The face is the mirror of the mind, and the eyes without speaking confess the secrets of the heart. St. Jerome I haven't been out and about much in the past month due to a case of Omicron. Uninvited, it decided to hang around with a few long Covid symptoms, which have kept me hunkered … Continue reading Missing People’s Faces
Managing Chronic Stress and Maintaining Hope in 2022
Photo by Anna-Louise on Pexels.com The prospect of a Happy New Year began to fade on the horizon when the newest Covid-19 variant wrecked any notion of what historically was a normal Christmas for thousands of people. As Omicron raced across the country, families were once again separated for the holidays. Pandemic-weary Americans, ready for … Continue reading Managing Chronic Stress and Maintaining Hope in 2022
Advent-Looking Forward in Anticipation
Photo by George Becker The celebration of Advent is possible only to those who are troubled in soul, who know themselves to be poor, and imperfect, and who look forward to something greater to come.Dietrich Bonhoeffer When I was young, I thought Advent was a ritual in which only the Catholics took part. At the … Continue reading Advent-Looking Forward in Anticipation