Life
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Managing Screen Time
My life is on the computer. Managing screen time can be difficult without focus. When I focus on my purpose for being on the computer, I find it easier to manage. However, when I allow myself to follow every rabbit… Continue reading
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Do I Need Time?
Always! It seems I’m always running out of time when I need to be somewhere doing something else. Take this month for example. I’m doing the 50K writing challenge. How do I write 2000+ plus words a day when life… Continue reading
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My Wishes
I don’t need three wishes. I only need one. Just a closer walk with thee. Grant it Jesus is my plea. Daily walking close to thee. Let it be, dear Lord. Let it be. What are your wishes? Thanks for… Continue reading
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Major Historical Events in My Lifetime
I was born in 1953, so I have seen a few major events. The first notable event I remember was the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. I was in school at the time when a teacher came into the… Continue reading
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The First Time I Felt Like a Grown Up
The first time I felt like a grown up was when I joined the Navy and put on the uniform of the greatest Navy in the world. I was on my own. I needed to depend on me for everything.… Continue reading
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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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