Introduction:This is our second winter in our new home. I have lived in many places throughout D.C. and Pennsylvania, but this area gets the most snow I have ever seen. We are in a very isolated and picturesque town in the Poconos mountains. It's so snowy here that the neighboring town of Honesdale is the…
On Walking the Dog: A Poem
Introduction: My New Year's Resolution has been to write more. I'm hoping to finish a novel this year -- I've never completed a lengthy work of fiction before. But when I sit down to write, I keep ending up with poems. Instead of fighting it, I'm giving thanks that God has given me any words…
New Year’s Eve: A Poem
A poem for New Year’s Eve. My New Year’s Resolution for 2025 is to write more— whether it’s poems, lesson plans, prayers or liturgies, I’m determined to make time to write in 2025.
Tyrone Trolley Bridge Rediscovered (Guest Post by Jeffery D. Holland)
I had never put the two images side by side. Doing so I found them to be one and the same. The greatest part was the second photo showed a view in the opposite direction showing the houses in Nealmont, houses that are still there and were a perfect match! This was the final confirmation. I had finally located the bridge from the postcard.
How Do We Change the World? One Small Act of Kindness at a Time (His Encouragement #9)
What is “His Encouragement?” Thursdays are always a really long day of the week for me. Since I’m a pastor, Sunday feels like the natural beginning to my week. By the time I get to Thursday, I am tired and drained. That’s why I’m excited to join with a group of blogging friends in order to…
Ask Win: My Interview On this Amazing Podcast #DisabilityAwareness
Today (12 January 2019), I had the opportunity to be interviewed by the amazing Win Kelly Charles on her podcast, "Ask Win." Win Kelly Charles is a bestselling author, fashionista, and journalist. I was very honored that Win contacted me and asked if I would like to be interviewed on her show regarding my recent…
POETRY #REVIEW of Through My Good Eye: A Memoir in Verse by Rebecca Holland #poetry #empowerment #faith
I just want to sincerely thank Allie from AllieReads.com for this kind review of my chapbook, Through My Good Eye: A Memoir in Verse. It means a great deal to me. Thank you so much, Allie! All money earned from Through My Good Eye: A Memoir in Verse will be donated to Christ Community United Methodist Church.…
Wordless Wednesday: Zeus the Cat
Hooray! It's time for, "Wordless Wednesday!" For this meme, the blogger simply shares an image without any words; however, because I believe in accessibility, I will provide a caption. That way my friends with low vision will be able to participate as well! Image: A black and white photo of my cat, Zeus. His name…
Night Owl Thoughts 