Here on my blog, I really try to participate in Five Minute Friday (over on Lisa Jo Baker's blog)...usually, I am late. And, the last few weeks I haven't really blogged much. I got a few weeks off from school & during one of those weeks was part of an amazing Art Camp, which left … Continue reading Belong – Five Minute Friday
Tag: Peace
Paint & Healing
It's friday... As a matter of fact, it's really only Friday for another 15 minutes. Today has been a long day, one that began hours before I am used to (who knew there was a 5:45 in the A.M.?)Friday's mean Five Minute Friday. I got the prompt last night before bed & had it in … Continue reading Paint & Healing
Turning Point
Panic...I feel it welling up inside. My heart pounds. My breathing gets shallow. The walls close in & I feel unsteady on my feet.This is an unfortunate time & place to experience a panic attack: in the middle of Barns & Noble...After class, I went everywhere but home in order to avoid these feelings...But, the … Continue reading Turning Point
Quiet Ache
Many days, being single is no big deal for me. Actually, it's kind of nice.I love that I get to fill my school and work schedule, and spend time on my friends and family, without thinking I am neglecting someone. I can pick up and go on a weekend trip, or a trip to Oklahoma, … Continue reading Quiet Ache
Just Be…
In May of 2012, I set out on a challenge of sorts to myself. My "goal" was to begin to better myself and simplify my life. I sought at the beginning to eliminate clutter from my life by slowly purging myself of unneeded items.For me, this is no easy task as I am very close … Continue reading Just Be…
Empty
Friday is finally here! And what a week it's been! Today is another 5 Minute Friday! Here on my blog, I write for 5 minutes straight about the topic found over at The Gypsy Mama's blog. 5 minutes, no over-thinking, no editing. Just writing for the love of it. Today's topic is EMPTY READY? GO … Continue reading Empty
Rejoice Always
Over the past few months I have been learning to Rejoice Always.As someone who deals with Anxiety on an almost daily basis, Philippians 4 has some very valuable verses. Paul reminds me to rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and give my anxieties over to God in exchange for His peace."Rejoice in the Lord always, I … Continue reading Rejoice Always
2012 – My Challenge
As I start off the 2012 year, I face some difficult times in life. My faith is being stretched and tested; and my times of solitude are growing, allowing me the beauty of either wallowing in loneliness or turning to Immanuel to soothe my heart.I have prayed, and have not heard answers. I have hit … Continue reading 2012 – My Challenge
Driven by Fear
My next three or four blog entries will be about what I have learned in 2011. You may have heard these before, maybe learned them the hard way, or maybe they never came across your path. I just feel moved to share them with you.Driven by Fear;Spinning in Circles...Chances are, if you live a life … Continue reading Driven by Fear
The Gecko Law
I was four, I think. My family was in Hawaii; and it was great, I think. I only have broken memories from the trip. One thing I do remember clearly is fear. Yes, I was in one of the most beautiful places on earth, and I was TERRIFIED! Of what, you ask...well, the geckos of … Continue reading The Gecko Law
Soul Cadence Creative - Thoughts from A Creative in Mental Health 