poetry and prose

“Make your mind still like a pool of water, ready to receive whatever thoughts I drop into it.” (Jesus Calling). Nothing brings me more ease than to know He does not want my brain riddled with worry. Overthinking and ruminating comes so easily, nearly unavoidable. Knowing that is not God’s wish gives me the permission — read more

Jesus, I want this new job so badly, and I don’t even know why. I yearn for the acceptance of being qualified and chosen. I yearn to be seen by a group of professionals as desired and an asset to their team. I feel scared that I won’t get the job and will be stuck — read more

“Do not feel guilty for taking time to be still in my presence” “…you must relinquish your desire to please other people” I love these! I often feel guilty for taking time to be still. There’s something about having God’s permission that makes it that much more attainable. As a therapist, I teach my clients — read more

1) Go back to Italy 2) Have another child 3) Move back to the ocean — read more

Jerry was always bright, bubbly, shiney, and clean She was wise, kind, no blemishes seen.  Quite nearly perfectly, magnificently sweet  Jerry was the most delicious treat  Every last cherry admired her smile, Her father wondered when he would walk her down the aisle  Everyone fawned over Jerry Who wouldn’t?  Jerry could do things  That other — read more

Currently waiting for our connecting train to arrive in the lovely Martinez, CA. Sleepy, uncomfortable laying on this Amtrak bench, and ready to be on our next train for a 24 hour journey to Seattle! Part of me wonders how we will make it for TWENTY-FOUR hours. Thats way more travel than I prefer. This — read more