Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I spent the morning thinking about what I value. I asked myself what the why is behind what I write. I came to the conclusion that I value peace in relationships, overcoming conflict and trouble and helping others overcome conflict and trouble. I value honoring the Imago Dei in people … Continue reading What I wrote in 2021 and what I dream about writing in 2022
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Metaphor
"There's lemon juice in my bones." The only way I knew to describe the pain as I grew. "I'm a dog, tail between her legs pouting under your table." My response to God's rule. Sometimes letters together form words flat linear toneless plain. Better to explore with metaphor. As Lewis mused of tunes we've never heard … Continue reading Metaphor
body, bread and gummy fruit
I “teach” a preschool class at my church a couple times a month. It’s not really teaching, it’s an effort in preventing total rebellion amongst 4 year olds for 1 hour. This poem was sparked by how God always uses those kids to teach me what it's like to be part of his family. When … Continue reading body, bread and gummy fruit
Sheila Dougal 