I'm grieving the loss of my Favorite Neighbor, Jim. He died recently from his valiant battle with ALS. He was such a bright light in my life. We greeted each other with our formal titles whenever we saw each other outside. "Hey there, Favorite Neighbor!" We really were each other's favorite neighbors. Jim always wanted... Continue Reading →
“What’s More…”
Graphic Art Credit: Brent and Mindy Berry. Finding our "what's more" partners to support us through big life changes.
There Are No Mental Health Shortcuts with PTSD
We who have PTSD have work to do each and every day to keep what lies beneath the surface in good working order.
Despair is Not The Last Word
I found this piece to be very well researched, well written, and wanted to share it with you. The author's blog address is thejourneywithme.blog. I understand how despair can settle in, and is different than depression. I call the despair I feel sometimes "debilitating discouragement". Click the link below, which will take you to the... Continue Reading →
Naomi: A Guidepost for Hope
Guideposts of hope for our travel through life.
Three Truths As We Approach Easter
I just love wild rabbits! They are such a joy to watch. As sweet as my little friends are, they aren't what Easter is all about.
Intrusive Thoughts and Isolation
My heart is still heavy this morning, thinking about all the people out there who are suffering because of intrusive thoughts.
Intrusive Thoughts & The Junkyard Dog
Heartbreaking...So much suffering out there. I wish I could give all...battling intrusive thoughts a big hug!
Naomi: A Story of Transformation
God did not let her walk this life alone. No. He transformed her.
Freedom from Intrusive Thoughts
Fretting. Or worrying. Or other stuff we do with our minds that isn't healthy. How do we break out of it?