R.I.P. Barbara Bush
It’s a sad day for America; an especially sad day for the Bush family of South Texas. The family matriarch, Barbara Bush, died earlier today at her home in Houston at the age of 92. The reports say Mrs. Bush was alert and handling her own affairs – answering emails and phone calls – even in her final days. What a woman! Way to go, Mrs. Bush....
Whatever it Takes!
"I am part of the fellowship committed to doing 'whatever it takes.' I have Holy Spirit power. The die has been cast. I've stepped over the line. I am out of the comfort zone. The decision has been made. I'm a disciple of His. "I won't look back, let up, slow down, or back away. My past is redeemed, my present makes sense, and my future is...
Tackling the BEAST in the file cabinet!
It was a beast, but I tackled it! The beast loomed over me for at least three years. It was the epitome of organization, but also my nemesis. Whenever I opened a drawer of my mom's five-drawer file cabinet, I was overwhelmed and would close it quickly as if I was fearful those yellowed newspaper clippings or dog-eared pages would escape...
Thankful for Flip Flops in the Snow
Who would've thought? It's Kansas, so waking up to a fresh blanket of snow on April 7th isn't out of the question, though it IS unexpected. And, it changed a few plans, but - even so - I'm thankful! The flip flops go back in the closet for a bit, and the socks come out of the drawer to warm my toes, on this day after the anniversary of my...
A Pueblo Indian Blessing
Hold on to what is good even if it is a handful of earth. Hold on to what you believe even if it is a tree which stands alone. Hold on to what you must do even if it’s a long way from here. Hold on to life even if it’s easier letting go. Hold on to my hand even when I have gone away from you. - A Pueblo Indian Blessing I discovered this Indian...
Purge!
To purge or not to purge - THAT is the question! And, the answer is.........? PURGE! With gusto! It’s what you do when you’ve lived in the same house for 33 years, and you’re planning to move. It’s definitely time to downsize. It's time to get rid of stuff, eliminate what’s unneeded, and find freedom from stuff, and I'm...
Conference Tips for Writers – Part Two
Having just returned from the Florida Christian Writers Conference I decided to share my top tips for writers who attend such conferences. I shared Part One, a few days ago. Check it out if you haven't already done so, then read the rest of my top tips! And, don't forget -- make it a priority to find and attend a conference as soon as you can!...
Conference Tips for Writers – Part 1
“We are all apprentices in a craft where no one ever becomes a master.” - Ernest Hemingway Recently, in my unattainable quest to become a master, I attended the Florida Christian Writers Conference along with a few hundred aspiring writers. Are we now master wordsmiths? No! But did we learn? No doubt! I’m thankful for fellow word crafters –...
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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