Healing moments. Sitting by a still pond on a quiet afternoon. Listening to little children laughing with abandon. Folding laundry while listening to praise songs. Reminiscing with friends and laughing so hard tears roll down my cheeks. Sitting next to my husband and doing absolutely nothing. Watching lightening tear across the sky, sending shivers of … Continue reading Healing moments
Author: 1224debsgmailcom
I was born in Montana, but for the past few decades have rooted myself in Oregon. Married my high school sweetheart and have 3 grown children and soon ten grandchildren. I have always loved to write and craft stories. Words hold a mystical attraction to me. It amazes me how a string of words, can take me away to other worlds, introduce me to new people, and stir my very soul.
After years of playing with words and writing my novels that remained hidden in my hard drive, I have taken the first step to share my stories with others. I hope you enjoy them. My heart went into them.
Enjoy!
Fixated on light
I think I am fixated on light. After looking through my photos, I came across many that are just of light. Light shining on the water. Light filtering through dense trees to reach the forest floor. Or like this one - light pouring down from Heaven on a dark and stormy day. Why this fascination … Continue reading Fixated on light
Shadows and Light
Shadows and Light! I shot this photo at the beach one day. It reminds me of happier times. This picture is a stark contrast to where my heart has been lately. Instead of feeling filled with light and reflecting it like this picture, I have been in a spiritual and emotional funk. Depressed, actually. How … Continue reading Shadows and Light
Joyful
This is a picture of one of my grandsons. I love his smile and how he always gives me big hugs. I mourn the day he "grows up" and stops. I pray he never stops hugging grandma. I don't think he understands how awesome a gift it is or how his simple hug warms my … Continue reading Joyful
Forgiveness
Forgiveness. I realize I have used this photo before, but it is a personal favorite. I chose it this time because it is the epitome of someone needing forgiveness. I am pretty sure that my grandson not only covered himself with the glorious green marker but a few other things as well. I can imagine … Continue reading Forgiveness
At Journeys End
At Journeys End. I cannot believe it has been a year since I self published my first work. In August I will be releasing the 2nd edition to my first book. Lots of great feedback from my readers prompted this decision. AND I have two more books in the wings that follow onto this story; … Continue reading At Journeys End
One in a billion
One in a billion. I read today that there are billions of posts on WordPress alone. Wow! So here goes one more to add to the billion. I was searching through my photos and stumbled across this frosted rose. I took this photo in December 2017. I was surprised I still had roses blooming. I … Continue reading One in a billion
The scary part
The scariest part of any roller coaster ride is that first long slow crawl to the top. Click, Click, Click. My heart is beating crazily. Click, Click, Click. Now I am at the point where all I see is sky. The tracks are gone! The drop is not yet visible. It is here that I … Continue reading The scary part
An upward climb
An upward climb. Treacherous and steep, these stairs are carved in a mound of stone knows as Mars Hill, situated below the Parthenon in Athens. The stairs are worn and difficult to climb. Reaching the top is hazardous and draining. But I was determined to reach the top. This was a special place. It was … Continue reading An upward climb
Battle Cry!
Battle Cry! I am sure you think this rather a strange title for this picture. Yet look closer. Can you see them? Two valiant warriors facing an immense enemy as vast as the ocean. Armed only with a small green pail and their indomitable will, they stand firm. Resolute. It's cold. The wind's icy fingers … Continue reading Battle Cry!
