Happy New Year! If your 2025 looked anything like mine, you may have realized that while it wasn’t the year you expected, it might have been the year you needed. Last year was NOT wrapped in shiny paper or tied neatly with a bow. It came in layers. Some jagged, some soft, ALL meaningful. For …
Over the last few months, I’ve shared simple posts about fostering.Just small glimpses into my life. Recently, I received a message from someone I never would have expected to hear from – a former foster child. He wrote: “Hey, I saw your post about fostering. As a former foster kid, I’m always thankful there are …
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to practice using vocal variety or body language to enhance a speech. Madam Toastmaster, fellow Toastmasters, and honored guests, This past week, someone I knew, someone vibrant, loved, and woven into the fabric of my hometown community, passed away unexpectedly. No warning.No slow decline.No time to …
The purpose of this project is for the speaker to practice using vocal variety or body language to enhance a speech. (Begin softly, standing still, almost like the audience is entering your home for a moment) Them: “Mommy! Mommy! Are you up? Wake up!” Me: “I’m up! I’m up! I promise!” (Not really…) Them: “Can …
Opening: “Why me?” Have you ever asked yourself that question? It doesn’t have to be dramatic. It doesn’t mean wallowing in self-pity.It’s raw and it’s a very human question. And we’ve all been there – me too – staring at the aftermath of something I didn’t see coming.Wondering what I missed. How it unraveled. Why …
Good afternoon, fellow Toastmasters. If you had seen my life from the outside a few years ago, you probably wouldv’e said, “She’s got it all together.” College degree? Check. Two stable careers. Check. Calendar color coded and goals mapped out? Double Check. I was the one who got things done. Who had it all. ON …
In today’s hyperconnected world, most of us are familiar with the dangers of online harassment. But what happens when abuse crosses the digital divide and shows up at your doorstep – literally? A close friend of mine is living through this right now, and their experience deserves attention, action, and awareness. Their Story What started …
In life or in the workplace, ever watch someone work overtime to rewrite the plot just because they couldn’t control a character? Ever watch someone set fire to their own credibility trying to burn you? If Yes, then this post is FOR YOU. 💛 The version of you they tried to destroy? You’re still standing. …
Brutal honesty: a lot of people aren’t running from Christianity because they hate God. They’re running because of how some Christians act in His name. For many, the biggest barrier to faith isn’t Jesus. It’s His followers. I’m talking about the loud, aggressive, self-righteous voices who use scripture like a weapon and act like gatekeepers …
Christianity, at its heart, is rooted in love, grace, and redemption. It’s meant to be a refuge – a path to healing, purpose, and hope. But for many people today, that message has been lost in the chaos. What they see instead is a version of Christianity that feels judgmental, exclusionary, and at times, even …