I watched her sitting among her friends. Her face radiated her contentment and peace. Between opening gifts, she would occasionally, subconsciously touch her tummy. Yes, the baby she yearned for and had prayed for such a long time was moving…all was well. My mind drifted to another young woman who probably also sought confirmation of Read More
Edwina Patterson
The Flag of the United States of America
The Flag of the United States of America While the American flag is popping up everywhere–in shops, along roadways, in yards, on buildings, and on cars, my mind wanders back to a time when the Flag of the United States of America was carefully draped over my father’s casket. Coming from an abusive home controlled Read More
Jesus is the Reason
Jesus is the Reason The saying, “Jesus is the Reason for the Season” has been around for a long time. I don’t know who the author of this statement is, but it’s been used in poems, signs, greetings, and in lyrics for songs. I first discovered it in the early 1960’s when the world seemed Read More
But I’m Scared!
BUT, I’M SCARED! As I drove along the black, gloomy highway, I realized how difficult it was to see, even with my lights on bright. It was much darker this morning than I had imagined it would be. If I had realized the sun wouldn’t be peeking over the horizon at this time of day, Read More