Pride | My Walking Papers

Pride Vs Humility As I sat in church this morning, my daughter leaned over to share her thoughts on a devotional that had deeply impacted her. Her words washed over me, focusing on Jesus’s Crucifixion. It wasn’t just the physical beating that struck a chord with her; rather, it was the deliberate attempts to humiliate … More Pride | My Walking Papers

Navigating Life’s Dance

Navigating life is a constant dance between its breathtaking beauty and its relentless challenges. Rarely does life unfold as an idyllic sanctuary of tranquility; more often, it’s a whirlwind of worries, busyness, stress, and heartaches, punctuated by glimmers of excitement, laughter, and joy. I find myself nodding in agreement, as anxiety and uncharted pressures push … More Navigating Life’s Dance

Be Real

Be Real We all know those people who mess up. However, instead of communicating, they move right along like nothing happened? Or maybe they use general statements like “We should probably… blah blah from now on.” Or “We all can be sensitive, critical, dramatic… whatever” Maybe, it’s “We need to be better about this or … More Be Real

Joker

What a joke. The charade continues. I walk the line of caring and self-preservation but prefer not to participate. So I break down, but I don’t hide it well. Everyone sees what I try to pretend isn’t happening. I’d love for things to go on without the grip around my throat, the bitter taste of … More Joker

You’re Alright

What was the best compliment you’ve received? Thinking back to a compliment I’ve received can be difficult to think of any. If not that I haven’t been given a compliment before. I think I have. I’ve had complimented on my looks and outfits here and there. I’ve been told that I have a lovely, comfortable … More You’re Alright