Learning to Love Myself (I Do!)

Who doesn’t want to feel beautiful?  Be loved?  Experience acceptance? I do. Who doesn’t want to look in the mirror, without loathing? Without wrinkles frowning back from the glass, but softness reflecting joy in an easy smile. I do. Who doesn’t want the assurance that though beauty fades, the heart that beats within remains vibrant,Continue reading “Learning to Love Myself (I Do!)”

Dead Dogs Don’t Cry (Why It All Matters)

Credit I grow weary of walking this side of Heaven. I know I am made for eternity. But there are days when I feel the sting of mortality and am reminded of the anger within me which rages against the reality of the passage. The meaningless and randomness with which death comes in light of an allContinue reading “Dead Dogs Don’t Cry (Why It All Matters)”

Chasing Silhouettes: Author Interview with Emily Wierenga (Inspiring Women Series)

“Only if we understand, can we care. Only if we care will we help.” ~Jane Goodall Emily Wierenga could be called by many different names: survivor, artist, mother, wife, author, blogger, painter, musician, volunteer and more. But right now with the release of her upcoming book ChasingSilhouettes- How To Help A Loved One Battling An EatingContinue reading “Chasing Silhouettes: Author Interview with Emily Wierenga (Inspiring Women Series)”