Revelation: I Write Like I Live
About a year ago, my husband was asked to paint a set of murals for a local community center. He hauled the canvas’ home on a old, borrowed truck, and we carried them into the garage, one by one. Each measuring about five to six feet tall, and six to seven feet wide…it was a … Read more
Because They Deserve Better
“Out of sight, out of mind.” I’ve heard people say it plenty of times, but I never thought about how true it really is. My mother doesn’t live too far away from me. Less than two hours. But I haven’t seen her in almost a year. And I haven’t talked to her in about a … Read more
Embracing the Rain With Boots On
The bride in that poem is a friend of mine. She and her new husband make one of the most beautiful couples you could ever see, and have hearts to match. And those hearts truly inspired me on their wedding day. They planned to have a simple garden ceremony and a good ol’ southern-style reception. … Read more
We’re Not So Different
Some local schools organized an event that was hosted by my church. And all I came to do was help. Nothing special. Go wherever anyone tells me to go. Do whatever they tell me to do. Early on, I found myself welcoming students and holding one of three ticket boxes for a pretty big raffle. … Read more





