A peaceful spirit changes things. It limits your reactions and creates a space for wisdom to lead. Peace settles within, and as we embrace this gift, joy enters and plants itself in our inner being. It is the assurance that all is well between us and God.
Mental Health Monday- Peace in Un-Peaceful Situations
"Lord, do I have enough in me to handle this"
Memories – Altered Perception
The character of unconditional love is a gift. It blinds us to the truth. Yet, it simultaneously exposes us to the truth.
Poetry- Steady on the Throne
Love lives there,
And filters down
For trying moments
In silenced sound.
When world erupts
And plans change.
It's Christ alone,
That Holy Name.
Bipolar Life- The Journal #65, “When I am Weak, I am Strong”
How can I share my vulnerability with others, and still, they say I am strong? It is a dynamic that is hard to grasp, especially when my current state of being is weak.
Poetry- Nights Trip
A journey through night.
Five Minute Friday- Day 23 of 31 Writing Challenge
Prompt Word: Need One need. And only one.
Bipolar Life-My ‘Wild Mind’ Sanctuary
I set out for my hideaway today. It is a place I fell in love with back in 2009. It has since grown to hundreds more acres, but holds the same meaning for me. The Wild Animal Sanctuary (TWAS) is a retirement home for captive carnivores. These animals should never have been a pet or …
Bipolar Life- The Journal #39
I am enjoying a time of peace. It took many long months of pressing into Jesus to get here. I struggled, as most of us do, through intense stress over the last few years, and it takes intentional surrender to back out of those dark places. It is in the surrender that we find our …


