Down in the valley, the wind is carrying the truth with it. Down in the valley, tragedy and triumph are intertwined like poison ivy on a mighty oak. Down in the valley, surrounded by glorious color and golden sun, the seasons change. The steadfast mountains remind us that we are but temporary residents, and that … Continue reading Down in the Valley
Inspiration
Be the Salt
Tidbits for Teachers are regular inspirations to bring hope and encouragement to teachers in all settings. I hope to give you a shot in the arm and remind you why you chose this career in the first place. Are you bored yet? The weeks between Labor Day and Thanksgiving seem to crawl by. The only … Continue reading Be the Salt
Risking It
Risk. The exposure to the chance of injury or loss; a dangerous chance. To risk is to jump into the unknown. To risk is to be unaware of the outcome. To risk is to measure the cost of an action and to choose it anyway. Lives are built to take risks. Getting out of bed … Continue reading Risking It
Calm the Storm
I have been studying Matthew 14:22-36 lately. It is the story of Jesus walking on the water, and Peter jumping out of the boat. I have always loved this story, not just because of the obvious miracle of walking on water, but because I think it shows the frailty of his disciples. I can totally … Continue reading Calm the Storm
A Reflection
Reflection- 1. to show an image as seen in a mirror or on a shiny surface. Glass surfaces capture the pictures, as in a mirror. Two towers represent strength and power. Giants amid a skyline of giants. Shiny images on a sparkling clear day. They gleam in the morning sun. They hum with the … Continue reading A Reflection
Work of Art
I plug in my wax. While I am waiting for it to warm, I open my windows wide to let in the light and out the fumes. I turn on my fans. They create a breeze. I choose my music and let it flow into my studio. I gather my brushes, my paper, and my … Continue reading Work of Art
Dear Olympians
We interrupt your regularly scheduled programing to bring you the Rio Olympics… Dear Olympians, Thank you. Thank you for reminding us that there can be peace among nations. Thank you for your excellence. You showed us that hard work and dedication pays off. You inspired us to want to be committed to something. Something … Continue reading Dear Olympians
Wild and Untamed
God often speaks to me through nature. There is something about a waterfall, or a misty mountain that is soothing to my heart. To be out in the forest on a trail is the place I get to know him best. Somehow becoming familiar with the creation opens my eyes to the creator. His personality … Continue reading Wild and Untamed
To Feel Again
I have been thinking. How did hate get such a foothold? Do people just wake up hate-filled one morning? Doesn’t it have to begin somewhere? Can we just say ‘don’t hate each other’ and it goes away? If only it were that simple! No, hate doesn’t just appear on the scene. It grows…from a seed … Continue reading To Feel Again
Put Down Your Sword
I have not watched the news now for nearly three weeks. You would think that I would be blissfully unaware of all that has happened in that short time. Instead, I feel as if I am in the ring with the heavyweight champion of the world being pummeled. Sucker punch after sucker punch in the … Continue reading Put Down Your Sword
Michelle's Mosaic 