While some are completely terrified at being on stage, it really doesn't bother me too much - that is once I get started. I have been on stage many times in my lifetime. I have done church programs and plays. I have also been the keynote speaker at some women's conferences. I guess being on …
A Letter To Me…
Dear 100-Year-Old – Me! It has been a long road. One of many lessons. I am pleased that you have made it thus far. Well Done. Even though I know you have had many experiences and lived through so many different phases of life. Only one really important thing is in question – did you …
A Good Neighbor…Humm!
A good neighbor is something people rarely speak about these days. People are so wrapped up in their busy lives that they forget that there are people living right next to them. Times have changed so much. I'm not totally sure it is for the good. Yes, technology is great! We all use it on …
Why Am I Here?
This question has plagued people for as long as time itself. We have looked in every possible place for an answer, but usually it is not found. However, if we look to the Bible, we will find exactly why we are here. We do have a purpose. From the very beginning of our existence, there …
Lean In…
The other day a small phrase was brought to my attention. It has been rolling around my mind trying to find a place to grow. Again, today I was listening to some music and one of the band members said that we need to “lean in.” What does it actually mean to “lean in”? I …
The Sun Still Rises
There are some things in life that you can always depend on. The sun rising each morning is exactly one of those things. How reassuring it is for that first beam of light pouring through my bedroom windows inviting me to live another day. The rising sun does not dictate how the weather will be …
A Quote to Live By…
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV). This scripture is my battle cry. No matter what the world may throw at me, I’ve been given a promise on which I can stand. This …
Nervous – Not Much!
Daily writing promptWhat makes you nervous?View all responses I feel like being nervous is a waste of time. If I spend so much effort in worrying about what might be - I literally miss out on what is here in the moment. I understand that there are situations that come out of nowhere that can …
Named After Me…
Daily writing promptIf you could have something named after you, what would it be?View all responses That is a very difficult question to answer. I really don't want anything named after me. I'm not trying to be overly humble - just truthful. Things invented should be named after their inventor. Stars are named for the …
Happy – Joy
Daily writing promptWhat’s something most people don’t understand?View all responses I believe that this question could cover a wide range of topics. However, the first thing that pops into my head is the vast difference between happy and joy. You may think that this is a trivial thought, but it is far from trivial. I …
LaDonna Fridenmaker~Writer 