I am surrounded by ragged, hagard soldiers of the Cross. Jesus Christ has seen fit to put me in the middle of a group of family and friends who have overcome seemingly impossible odds. Indeed, these warrior souls have not only lived to tell their tale, but inspire others who are just as lost in … Continue reading Battered, Broken, Beautiful Warriors
“The Ropes of Death Entangled Me”
“The ropes of death entangled me; floods of destruction swept over me. The grave wrapped its ropes around me; death laid a trap in my path. "But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry to him reached … Continue reading “The Ropes of Death Entangled Me”
Proceed with Caution…Broken Souls Ahead
"Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions." (1 John 3:18) I can attest to the fact that chronic physical and emotional pain leads to not only depression, but ANGER. This is an unfortunate result of brokenness, which non-sufferers may not realize. The anger … Continue reading Proceed with Caution…Broken Souls Ahead
25 Bible Verses about Fear & Anxiety
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” ~ Isaiah 41:10 “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you." ~ Psalm 56:3 “Do not be anxious about anything, but … Continue reading 25 Bible Verses about Fear & Anxiety
Hope for the Losers, Freaks and Weirdos
I recall hearing a song by the 80s Christian rock band, Degarmo & Key, entitled All The Losers Win. "Here's to life in Jesus, where all of the losers win.*" That song spoke to me because that's exactly what I felt like growing up (and sometimes still feel): a loser. It's funny, looking back at … Continue reading Hope for the Losers, Freaks and Weirdos
I Miss You, Mom-2
Linda, I can't believe you left us one year ago today. It was so unexpected. All those "mother-in-law" jokes didn't really apply to our relationship, did they? I always loved you, and the feeling was mutual, I know. When I talked about you, I'd usually refer to you as "Mom-2." But the shock of your … Continue reading I Miss You, Mom-2
Cancer – A Memorandum to the Beast
Cancer took my maternal grandpa at a young 70 years of age (nearly three years younger than my dad is now), as well as several of his brothers, sisters and cousins. It stole my buddies Carl Sullivan and Travis Allen. It continues to try and take away two of my uncles and nearly took a … Continue reading Cancer – A Memorandum to the Beast
Life’s a Roller Coaster! (new poem)
“The Ballad of Robert Lee” By Rob Weddle There was a man named Robert Lee whose crooked spine did ache The pain was so intense some days he felt his back would break He carried on—despite his agony—with school and work But in the stead of festive grins he wore a bitter smirk Nightmare recollections … Continue reading Life’s a Roller Coaster! (new poem)
I’m Wealthier than Most
Not to brag, but I’m quite affluent. Oh not in money, or “stuff.” I’m deliriously rich when it comes to love, faith and happiness. “UGH!” some of you may groan. “Another money can’t buy happiness article.” I’ve heard others quip, “Those who say 'money can’t buy happiness' probably don't have much of either.” But hear … Continue reading I’m Wealthier than Most
Ditch the Mask Before it Kills You
On the movie Platoon, when one of the men is injured and crying out in agony, Sargent Barnes (excellently played by Tom Berenger) puts his hand over the man’s mouth and says, “Take the pain! Shut up and take the pain!” So the soldier puts on his brave mask and stops screaming, hiding the hurt … Continue reading Ditch the Mask Before it Kills You
