Photo by Julian Jagtenberg on Pexels.com Now that we're already a couple of weeks into 2026, I know it's a little late to write a reflection on last year; however, there are some life lessons that I learned that I want to bring into and apply to 2026. I thought I'd share some of these… Continue reading Five Life Lessons I Learned in 2025
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Quote of the Week: “The snow may fall…”
A lot has happened since I last posted: Christmas has come and gone, a new year has already given us two more weeks of life, and we're all just trying to catch our breath. I had planned to start posting as soon as 2026 began, but I tripped over sickness and work and fell behind.… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “The snow may fall…”
Quote of the Week: “Joy to the world…”
I usually begin each of these posts with the phrase "Happy Monday," yet the majority of the time, life makes us question, "Where is joy? Where is hope, and where is peace?" Challenges and fears can fall on us one by one until we feel like we're drowning. So, how can we say "Happy Monday"… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Joy to the world…”
Three Activities for Artists to Help Overcome Perfectionism
Photo by Nedelcu Catalin on Pexels.com "Here is my very, very rough draft," I have said many times before, as if my first draft is the only one on Earth that is less than perfect. I always felt the need to warn my teachers and peers that something wasn't finished because I wasn't satisfied with… Continue reading Three Activities for Artists to Help Overcome Perfectionism
Quote of the Week: “For love casts out fear…”
Happy Monday! As the holidays steadily approach, it's easy for us to feel rushed and overwhelmed. Schedules fill up, money flies out the door, and work doesn't slow down. However, during this season, we should take time to show love and gratitude. This quote by Louisa May Alcott reminds us of the importance of love… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “For love casts out fear…”
Poem: “Almost Poetry”
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com There’s a section in my Notes app That I titled “Writing Notes.” You ask me what it’s for, So I tell you, "I like to jot down ideas before I forget them." But really, it’s almost poetry. Forty pages worth of scattered thoughts. Fragments of my imagination. You ask to read… Continue reading Poem: “Almost Poetry”
Quote of the Week: “Be comforted, dear soul…”
Happy Monday! This week, I wanted to share a quote with you from Louisa May Alcott's Little Women. “Be comforted, dear soul! There is always light behind the clouds.” Louisa May Alcott, Little Women Whatever you're going through right now, remember that there is hope and light. May you have a blessed week filled with… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Be comforted, dear soul…”
Quote of the Week: “Sometimes we get so tied up…”
Remember when we were kids and our parents had to force us to try new foods? If I had it my way, I would have eaten Kraft Mac and Cheese every day. Thankfully, my mom encouraged me to try new things, and if it weren't for her, I might have never discovered how much I… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Sometimes we get so tied up…”
Quote of the Week: “And that’s part of our trouble. Thinking things are inevitable…”
If I have learned one thing this year, it's that things change. Seasons change, places change, languages change, and people change. It can be a hopeful and terrifying thought, depending on what stage of life you're in. This week's quote views change as hope, and I want to share it with you. “And that’s part… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “And that’s part of our trouble. Thinking things are inevitable…”
Quote of the Week: “The only way to learn…”
Happy Monday! As we enter this new week, each of us has hopes, goals, and fears. Unfortunately, our fears can often hinder us from achieving our goals. We want to find friends, but we're afraid no one will like us, which is why we make excuses not to go out. We want to make things… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “The only way to learn…”
Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization Continued: Types 5-9
Photo by Du01b0u01a1ng Nhu00e2n on Pexels.com Why do you read stories? You probably have numerous answers. We read stories to learn and escape from reality. Sometimes we read just because we're told to, but many times we read because we can relate to the stories being told. This is why it is essential for storytellers… Continue reading Using the Enneagram for Richer Characterization Continued: Types 5-9
Mastering the Art of Rest: Simple Activities for Your Day Off
Photo by Kasuma on Pexels.com Happy Labor Day! This Monday, I wanted to share something a little different from my typical "Quote of the Week" post. I've noticed that many people don't really know how to rest. Oftentimes, when people get a day off work, they'll do chores around their house or run errands. If… Continue reading Mastering the Art of Rest: Simple Activities for Your Day Off
Quote of the Week: “But you can’t make people listen…”
Happy Monday, everyone! I wanted to keep this post short and sweet, so I'll get right into it. I decided to share a quote from Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451. "But you can't make people listen. They have to come round in their own time..." Ray Bradbury, Fahrenheit 451 If you've ever been around kids, you'll… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “But you can’t make people listen…”
Quote of the Week: “I learned a long time ago we’ve control of little…”
Happy Monday, everyone! After taking a break from posting for a couple of weeks, I'm finally back. I hope all of you are doing well. Today, I wanted to share a quote from the novel Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. "I learned a long time ago we've control of little in this world, Amanda. It… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “I learned a long time ago we’ve control of little…”
Poem: “Someday, I’ll Write About You”
Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com Someday, I’ll write about you. I’ll do that magical thing that can turn dead hearts into poetry And resurrect sweet memories. I’ll store nostalgia on paper And let my wounds bleed with the ink of my pen. I’ll turn what once was into words. Someday, I’ll look at the… Continue reading Poem: “Someday, I’ll Write About You”
Quote of the Week: “I suppose it’s like the ticking crocodile…”
Happy Monday! It's hard to believe we're already towards the end of June! But here we are, and I hope you are having a blessed month so far. If you haven't already noticed from my previous posts, I've faced all kinds of changes this year, so I decided to post this quote from J.M. Barrie's… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “I suppose it’s like the ticking crocodile…”
The Joy of Right Now: The Gift We Forget While Remembering the Past
Photo by thevibrantmachine on Pexels.com My journals from the past seven years are stacked in front of me. I pick one from 2019 and flip through its pages, cringing at my terrible handwriting. Were my biggest concerns back then really just completing my math lesson and practicing my ballet and tap dances? Was I really… Continue reading The Joy of Right Now: The Gift We Forget While Remembering the Past
Quote of the Week: “Never underestimate…”
Happy Monday, everyone! It's hard to believe we've already reached June and are halfway through the year. I hope you have had a wonderful 2025 so far, and I hope it only gets better from here. For this first week in June, I want to share a quote about recognizing the significance of the little… Continue reading Quote of the Week: “Never underestimate…”
Sometimes It Takes a Lifetime: A Reflection of Growth and Transformation
Photo by Ray Bilcliff on Pexels.com We all love hero stories. We like having someone we can always count on to do the right thing. There's something about the hero's bravery, endurance, and sacrificial love that gives us hope. My personal favorite hero stories come from the Marvel movies. But here's the thing: most of… Continue reading Sometimes It Takes a Lifetime: A Reflection of Growth and Transformation
The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
The photos below were both taken on March 12th around 7:30 a.m., but I didn't take them on the same day. I took the first picture exactly one year ago, in 2024, and I took the second one today, in 2025. A gorgeous March sunrise in 2024 A beautiful March sunrise in 2025 Now that… Continue reading The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
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