resurrecting the dream

Resurrecting the Dream

Sometimes when you go for big dreams, they have to die first. Here’s my personal story of going for a dream, letting it die and resurrecting the dream. A Decision for a Better Life In August of 2011, life was good, my business was thriving, but I was not happy in my personal life. My […]

infj and enfp compatibility

INFJ and ENFP Relationship Compatibility: He Wants To Know!

What I’m learning about myself and how I process life and emotions as an INFJ (Introverted iNtuitive Feeling Judging personality type) in a relationship with an ENFP (Extroverted, iNtuitive, Feeling, Perceiving personality type). INFJ and ENFP relationship compatibility is considered one of the best combinations, but there can still be a learning curve with communication. […]

perspectives

Perspectives and Assumptions

I’ve spent most of my life trying to understand the world and people by attempting to see things from other peoples’ perspectives. I once wrote a historical crime novel based on a true story (An Uncertain Justice) and was able to solve a 1920’s mystery by locating multiple accounts of the crime. The key was […]

don't settle

Don’t Settle: Playing It Safe Isn’t Safe

A few months back I posted on Facebook about being analytical and deep and how I’ve always wanted a romantic partner who was too. Most people told me to give up, that it couldn’t happen, that men aren’t wired that way. I shouldn’t expect so much from one person. I didn’t say anything at the […]

oddballs

God Bless the Oddballs

I’ve noticed that there are those on the planet who like others to stay within certain zones of behavior that they consider “normal.” Those outside the zone are considered oddballs. For example, some people believe there’s a “normal” amount of friendliness, happiness, braininess, creativity, romanticism, helpfulness, spontaneity, etc. When someone they encounter is outside the […]

Glimpses of Eternity

Have you ever stood on an ocean shore and felt the overwhelming majesty of its power?  It’s a mix of awe, wonder and a little trepidation. Or have you looked up at a night sky on a secluded mountaintop and seen more stars than ever before? As the Milky Way stretches across the sky above […]

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A Companion on the Adventure

A man has entered my life who starts each day asking God what He should do. He listens for the answer and cheerfully does whatever he feels directed. Amidst God’s assignments, he finds a way to make me laugh, spontaneously dance with me, dive into deep conversations and constantly remind me that I am valuable […]

peace in a relationship

Working for Peace in a Romantic Relationship

I’ve always considered myself an easy going, low maintenance person. I get along with most people and I’ve wanted to keep the peace. I do have my opinions on some things. While I’ll listen to other views and sometimes adjust mine, I can be insistent on things that are key values for me. Yes, I’m […]

dating again

Dating Again: The Way He Makes Me Feel

I’m dating a poet and so it brings out the poet in me. Here’s a fun one I whipped up this morning. He makes me laugh. He makes me feel. He makes me think. He makes me reel. He makes me grateful. He makes me talk. He makes me thoughtful. He makes me walk Through […]

claiming blessings

Claiming Blessings – It’s About Time!

I’ve owned this property that borders the Chickamauga Creek for 20 years this December. Today was the first day I’ve actually put my feet in the water. I’ve been a bit slow claiming blessings that God obviously wanted me to receive! The embankment was high and overgrown, and my boyfriend cleared a trail for me. […]