Tag: grace
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Really Doing Life Differently
What’s so great about the same? Granted, there are times when it’s more comfortable to know what to expect. To do something you’re prepared to do. To be able to respond to a situation in a predetermined way. The adventure is in the unexpected. And people are always the adventure. What if the unexpected is…
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Blood Is Thick; I Think I Prefer Water
There is a significant reason why I didn’t go into the medical field. I’m a compassionate, caring person. I don’t have any problems helping those who are sick. I can minister to the needs of those who’ve been injured or have had surgical procedures that incapacitate them. I don’t, however, deal well with blood. My…
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I Won’t Surrender To Sick!
I’m a very empathetic person. I care deeply about people who are hurting. I usually have no boundaries when someone needs help or needs a listening ear. I’m available. An eager, bleeding heart. Unless my husband is sick. I don’t know what happens, but when he gets sick, my empathy flies out the window. To…
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There’s Always A Reason For The Bad Smell
Isley and I were sitting on the floor in the kitchen, putting together a massive dog puzzle. She raised her head and scrunched her nose “Something smells funny, Nana.” I glanced to my left. Flames were leaping in the oven. My newly purchased roasted chicken–paper bag and all–was burning. It definitely smelled funny. I know…
Tip of My Iceberg 