12 Jul 2018 Leave a comment
in Poetry, Spirituality, Writing Life Tags: journaling, journaling prompts, poem, poetry
It’s been awhile since I shared a poem from my morning meditation. So today I am sharing this very short “glint of light on broken glass” …which has little to no imagery at all, actually. But this is what came to me. Freely I received and freely I do give.
May this very short poem speak to your heart in the season you are in- in your personal history as it is being made- today. I’ve included a journaling prompt for my journaling friends.
08 Jun 2018 5 Comments
in Poetry, Writing Life Tags: anxiety, depression, mental health, Mental Illness, poem, poetry, poetry as pathway, Soul Journey, Soul weariness, spiritual struggle, Spiritual warfare
When our hearts and minds cannot wrap around reality, poetry allows a pathway to find the way through to a broader place. A place where words, feelings, imagery and meaning intermingle acting as hope, healing balm, and help to the soul’s cry for understanding.
I believe poetry, music, and all creative endeavors- painting, drawing, sculpting allow for this possibility. Poetry just happens to be my pathway.
This one is for sharing… for those who have endured the dark night of the soul’s struggle, and for those who have loved ones who have succumbed to it in its various forms.
May Love hold us close. Let this poem speak to you, whatever it will.
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28 May 2018 1 Comment
in Book Reviews, Writing Life Tags: Book Review, Christian Books, Christian Theology, Christian Women, From Hot Mess to Blessed, Julie Gillies, self-care
Well, hello friend! If you are here because you saw the title of this blog post and answered in the affirmative, I have GREAT news for you. First and foremost, I want to tell you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Next thing I need to share with you is this…I have got a great book for you whether you know for sure you are a Hot Mess, and need all the help you can get, or whether you secretly believe you are a Hot Mess, and keep it covered up real nice for everyone, but long for help.
Friend, I have got you covered either way, because today I have a book to share with you and a long overdue book review. So, do me a favor, will you? Go get your cuppa, and get comfortable because this book review has a bit of a backstory…
21 Apr 2018 3 Comments
in Journal Keeping, Spirituality, Writing Life Tags: Bible Journaling, Christian, Christian Journaling, Creative Writing, Faith Journaling, Journal writing, Journaling for Discovery and Delight, journaling prompts, Scripture
You make known to me the path of life;
in your presence there is fullness of joy;
at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
Psalm 16:11
Earlier this week I shared about a favorite Journaling Prompt I enjoy which allows me to experience great intimacy with the Lord and also inspires my poetry and prose writing.
19 Apr 2018 3 Comments
in Writing Life
If you follow me on Instagram, you know every once in awhile I will share a page from my morning quiet time. A few things to note about my morning journaling is it’s never forced but done as the Spirit leads or as my own personal need dictates. Balancing listening for that still small voice and acknowledging God’s presence while actually feeling heard is something many strive for without attainment. As with all relationships sensitivity and trust play a crucial role. So let’s walk through this past Monday’s spontaneous journaling prompt and why it is one I return to often for focus and clarity during my prayer time!
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