Who Are Your Influencers?
Several years ago, I was challenged to create a Wall of Influence – basically a list of people who influenced my life in a positive way. Who made me who I am? Who do I value and respect? Who do I want to emulate? Whose advice will I always treasure? Influence is...
Live Today but Give Voice to the Past
Last week, I spoke to some awesome fellow writers at Heart of America Christian Writers Network in the Kansas City area, telling of my ghostwriting experiences and encouraging them to write what I call mini-memoirs. Two of the five books I’ve published in three...
50-Year Friendships
Some friendships are meant to last forever. Ours is one, and I’m so thankful! I am blessed with many such friends and love each one – even those I don’t get to see very often – like Donna. But, what is it that makes a friendship lasting? Shared...
Our Marathon Move
Life. It can be intense! When my 60-something husband and I (also 60-something) began planning for our next (unlikely) 60 years together, we had no idea how intense that journey would be, nor that it would involve a marathon move spanning nearly three years. It about...
A Motherless Daughter
“Surgery isn’t an option,” the surgeon said with as much compassion as he could muster. “I’m sorry but what we’re facing are end-of-life issues.” His words sucked the air right out of the room leaving only silence punctuated by unexpected emotions. After a few more...
Welcome, I’m Elaine. I’m a follower of Jesus Christ, a choreographer of words, a challenger of the status quo, an admirer of all things colorful, and a lover of life who finds great comfort and joy in knowing I’m completely adequate to do whatever it is God calls me to do!
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