After losing my mother in August of 2019, I have literally been unable to put pen to paper or hand to keyboard. When 2019 began, I had so many ideas and projects I wanted to complete in the next few years. I have novels, short stories and submissions in mind but just can't bring myself… Continue reading Grief’s block
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Trust the process
December first marked the beginning of Advent in the Christian community. Advent is defined as the arrival of a notable person, so in the case of us Christians, that person is Jesus. Many people enjoy this festive time of year because it's a season of giving and receiving but most of all, it's the time… Continue reading Trust the process
Toastmasters International
I joined Toastmasters International a little over ten months ago. My reasons for joining were so that I can become a more effective and persuasive leader. It was a suggestion of my Chief Information Officer (CIO) as I was having some difficulty with corporate politics. So far I have given three speeches and the feedback… Continue reading Toastmasters International
Stand Out.
I was looking for a quote to express the way I feel about being and loving myself. It took a long time for me to truly feel love for myself because of how the outer world treated me in my youth and I am still learning the art of truly loving every piece of me.… Continue reading Stand Out.
The importance of regular maintenance
If you've ever owned property, you understand the importance of keeping that property maintained. If you have a car, you make sure to keep the oil clean and gas in the tank. For your home, there is an endless list of items to maintain but if done properly, the benefits outweigh the compact maintenance schedule.… Continue reading The importance of regular maintenance
Labor Day dedication
Labor day was established to honor the social and economic achievements of the American workers. So many people have given their all to ensure that this country is better than the times of the past. Although we have a long way to go before the United States is at its best, we have made some… Continue reading Labor Day dedication