We’re all guilty of manipulation to some degree. We all want to control outcomes, but there are some who step into manipulation unintentionally and others who are what I call master manipulators. The Well-Meaning Manipulator People confuse power for love. Just because you see someone is making a choice that will destroy them doesn’t mean it’s […]
Once I got through the initial shock I got mad. I wanted God to send vengeance. I wanted revenge — retribution. It seemed like each morning I woke up with some new form of vengeance God could inflict on my soon-to-be-ex. I wanted him to pay. I knew I shouldn’t pray for that and I […]
I’ve lost a lot over the last 5 years — a thriving business, two homes, a gorgeous piece of property I dreamed over and planned over, a couple husbands, and my sweet mother. I’ve endured 2 big heartbreaks. This is the 3rd time I’ve had to start over in a 5 year period. My priorities […]
Just wanted to let you know I’m good. Yes, I’m documenting and processing and there are moments the emotions bubble up and I process them in writing. Yet, I’m so blessed with an awesome support system — my wonderful Daddy and family members, a sweet brother-in-law Chris Kline who constantly checks on us, my sister Karen […]
A little self examination … In my first marriage I knew I enabled the situation. I played a role. In this situation I do not believe it has much to do with me as much as I was sent to be the love and give someone a chance to choose love, peace and harmony. I […]
People tell me I should look on the bright side. That I’m better off without him. That he isn’t the one who is supposed to travel the next section of my life with me. Yes, I get that. I “know” a lot of things. I know I will forgive and move past this to a […]
I have a double broken heart right now. One from my mother’s passing and the other from my husband suddenly withdrawing his love. The juxtaposition of my mother’s love with the withdrawal of love has been poignant, and I do not believe the timing is coincidental. While the timing feels cruel, I believe it is also a […]
When I was young I had big plans For what I long to have. I dreamed of love and starry nights And long walks on the sand. I thought life would be rosy With much to look forward to. But I kneel here now before You, Lord, With just one thing in hand. Here’s my […]
I reflect on the times in my life when I’ve fallen in love… that temporary flame that roars to life in a heartbeat but then fizzles as fast as it came. Then, there are the times I’ve given my heart and soul only to have the other person’s heart harden and cut me off for […]
In my life I’ve truly loved three men. My experience with all three ended in disappointment, but what I carried away from those situations is priceless. With the first, I gained 6 beautiful children. I came to fully grasp the power of choice and consequences, and through necessity became a confident business woman and bestselling author. […]