Refection from one year ago:   What do we do when both the past and future taunt us and keeps us psychologically locked in place? This is easy… Kyrie Eleison, Paula  

Reflection from one year ago: Our minds are scientifically and philosophically amazing!  They can be practical and functional as well as creative and fascinating! We all have thoughts;  random, purposeful, exciting, even terrifying, it’s a nonstop ride. Even when we sleep, the mind is actively processing the day’s events with chaotic threads that perhaps were … Continue reading "…Pray for Clarity"

Reflection from one year ago: Several years ago, I had a heart wrenching experience with a loved one that rearranged my whole personal agenda of familial expectations and trust.  Throughout the endless flow of tears and questions that followed, I was reconnected with the only One that could help me discern the relentless pain and … Continue reading "…Defender and Protector"

Reflection from one year ago: There’s so much volatile nonsense in the world.  I realize there always has been and always will be.  The only safe place of truth is truly with Christ. He shelters us from the superficial, unstable, individualistic, and narcissistic society that seems to worship ego driven virtues.  The world has turned … Continue reading "…Upside Down World"

Reflection from one year ago: Someone close to me is beginning a new relationship. Well, old and new all at the same time.  This couple has known each other for years and dated in their earlier teenage years. The timing was never quite right but maybe now with maturity, compassion and a willingness to grow … Continue reading "…Cultivate the Gold"

Reflection from one year ago: Pax, Paula

Reflection from one year ago: Why do we sometimes get in the way of our own healing? Why does it seem that we want the suffering to continue?  Maybe it’s because it allows us to feel something at that moment, regardless of the emotion, or we are protecting ourselves.  God easily heals the hurting but … Continue reading "…He Mends Chasms"

Reflection from one year ago:            This is very much easier SAID than DONE: “They” say forgiveness, given or received is priceless and both parties benefit from the generous act.  However, why does the debt shine so brightly in the memory of the person abiding to forgive?   My God, I am … Continue reading "…Easier to Forget"

Reflection from one year ago: Sometimes it’s those spontaneous moments in a day, when a stranger shares kind words with you and you learn something about yourself that you just couldn’t see due to your own self-doubts.  It’s an unexpected cherished moment. The lingering effect is encouragement that what you do, what you say, what … Continue reading "…Extraordinary Affirmation"

Reflection from one year ago: A shattered heart can show itself through many different shards. Actions, words, thoughts, people, disappointments, disillusions, frustrations, and sadness. Each day it seems the shards are readjusted but never gone.  Those who have a relationship with Christ are able to bear their daily grind with hope   I shudder to think … Continue reading "…He Heals the Brokenhearted"