A Life Rooted in Resilience and Heritage (About a 5-1/2 minute read) My grandma recently passed at 104 years old. Even leading to the final months of life, her mind remained sharp and her memory keen. I cherished every moment we shared and the vivid vignettes about her life. Though I miss her, I’m comforted knowing she’s in Heaven—free from …
About a three-minute read As a native of South Korea, I enjoy learning about other cultures around the world. In my family, we have members born in Guatemala, the Philippines, the Marshall Islands, Nigeria and a nephew also born in South Korea. My great-grandparents were born in what is now Czechia. So, when the Gathering Place hosted a Global Festival …
Last Saturday, I celebrated Love at the Mayo’s book launch. Even though I’ve released it month’s ago, I dragged my feet to throw a launch party. May isn’t the best time to throw a launch – people are busy with end of the school year events, prepping their gardens, or attending graduation celebrations. So, I didn’t have the turn out …
Spring is my favorite time of the year. The weather is mild (usually in the 60-70′s), flowers and trees bloom, and the fauna have babies. Since I walk Sadie, our goldendoodle, (who turns one tomorrow!) along the pond, I witness new life almost daily. Currently, the lilies along the embankment have blossomed, adding a splash of sunshine to the pond. …
We all receive them in our Inbox or Snail mail. Some too-good-to-believe FREE offer. Luxury cruise. Resort getaway. Just click on the link to register. No! Don’t do it- it’s SPAM. This is what I assumed when I received an email in January from an organization called Wellspring. They offered an all-expenses-paid weekend in Oklahoma City at the Embassy Suites. …
This past Saturday, my fellow author friend, Karen Grunst and I shared a booth at a book fair. We arrived around 8:30 to setup a tent, tables, and books. Thank goodness for the tent because the wind picked up throughout the day, so we had some protection. Nothing beats fighting the elements, as you’re grabbing books, stands, and other items …
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Over six years ago, I wanted to take a leap of faith and do something out of my comfort zone. I was single, so I refused to attend events alone. I never went to the movies alone and only occasionally ate out alone. I hated feeling the stigma of singleness that I carried. So, I told myself to attend a …
Ever experienced a situation where you are helpless but have to trust God? Recently, my husband and I faced a decision where we had to surrender to God for the outcome. Our time fostering a precious boy is over. We couldn’t keep him anymore, but this outcome wasn’t what we expected. We planned on keeping him for the long term; …
