Life
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If I Lost Everything
When natural disasters hit and storms destroy everything a person has, it’s hard to start over from nothing. I’ve never faced that situation. However, if I lost everything in my life, there is one thing I could never lose and… Continue reading
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Good Morning
Yesterday began a new day and goal in my life. I’m doing a 40-day fast that not only includes food, but also two specific activities – the Internet and television. Other than the Daily Bible Study, I will not be… Continue reading
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Valerie Writes is Getting Noticed
This morning as I worked through the notifications I found one that said Valerie Writes is getting noticed. I have 200 subscribers to my portfolio. Thank you so much. I’m glad I can bring you a smile and something to… Continue reading
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The Trait I Value Most in Myself
The most important trait I value, not only in myself, but also in others is honesty. Honesty was instilled in me as a child. Dishonesty had consequences, often painful. I learned quickly that honesty is valued above most other traits.… Continue reading
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If Money Didn’t Matter
Money is a concern for everyone. In your younger days, living at home with your parents, you didn’t concern yourself with money concerns. Your playtime didn’t involve working for money to support anyone, including yourself. What if you could return… Continue reading
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Cultural Heritage
I guess I should begin with who am I. My mother was French and Irish. My father was French Canadian, Belgian, Native American, though the Native American is more ancestry than anything else. So, who am I? I am a… Continue reading
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Brands I Associate With
We all have them. Those brands we reach for because they proved their worth, whether it’s the stores brand or a famous one. You know it works the way you want and need it to. There are some things I… Continue reading
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What Could I do More?
When I think about my life, I see a lot of holes where I wasted time rather than spent it wisely. What could I do more of? I could spend more time in Bible study and prayer. Sometimes, it feels… Continue reading
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Best Advice I’ve Gotten
The best advice I’ve gotten didn’t come from one place, but many, so I can’t pinpoint who said it first. However, the best advice I’ve been given is never give up. When it came to anything that meant something to… Continue reading
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Where I Get My Energy
Yesterday’s prompt. I get my energy from people. When you spend time with people doing life with them, you receive an energy that sparks life in every cell of your body. The recent 50+ retreat I went on is a… Continue reading
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