She walked slowly through the trail, taking in every breathtaking moment. It was the first walk through the trail since the snow had melted away and the path dried up enough to start hiking along again.The trees were lush and green again. Wild flowers dotted the pathway and the odd wild mushroom could be seen… Continue reading The Forest
Month: May 2019
Happiness
Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for."J. Addison Looking ahead at your life you will feel more complete if you are being challenged and to have purpose to get up each morning. Having something to keep you occupied will ensure you do… Continue reading Happiness
The Day
They stared at each other across the table, both not knowing what to say or do. They started their day with purpose and a plan laid out. They were excited to get their adventure started. How did they end up here?A waitress approached the table tentatively, taking in the sight in front of her. Their… Continue reading The Day
The Boy
His head was spinning and his body shaking as he sat down on one of the few free cots in his elementary school's gym. Tears filled his eyes as he looked down at his socked feet, covered in mud, the cold seeping through the thin fabric. He couldn't feel his toes and his body continued… Continue reading The Boy
Courage
A feeling of accomplishment. A feeling of strength. My heart is full and I feel ready to meet the maker. Whatever comes my way, I feel I'm strong enough to handle it. I've seen a lot. I've been through a lot. I have always stood my ground, even with tears streaming down my face and… Continue reading Courage
Resort Life
We giggled and laughed wandering through the pathway to the beach lined with local greenery. We stopped a moment to watch as an employee of the resort climbed his way up a tall tree with a large machete. Three hard chops into the wood and down toppled three green little balls. The three of us… Continue reading Resort Life
Moods
I am more and more convinced that our happiness or our unhappiness depends far more on the way we meet the events of life than on the nature of those events themselves."Karl Wilhelm Von Humboldt Our mood greatly affects how we meet events and opportunities in our lives. Willingness and openness to situations will result… Continue reading Moods
The Painting
Stepping into the open room, my eyes fall immediately to the beautiful glossy piano sitting in the middle of the room. I walk forward, almost being pulled towards the instrument by an unseen force.I slide my hand along the top of the piano and my fingers glide over the keys. I sit down on the… Continue reading The Painting
Emotions
Caring Caring is a sweet and gentle hug that surrounds you like a soft, fluffy blanket that warms you completely. Insensitivity Insensitivity is a hard pill to swallow. Like a rock rough with jagged edges. The rancid smell fills the air and bitter bile crosses the tongue as the harsh words are spoken. April 10,… Continue reading Emotions
The River
She wandered down the stone path that led from the cottage down to the riverbank. Her sandals making a muted flip-flop as she walked along. A brown dog zigged and zagged in front of her, looking over his shoulders to ensure she was still following behind him. They reached the edge of the trail where… Continue reading The River
A Vignette to A Kill 