Those words cut deep. They caused confusion, discouragement, and maybe even tears when you heard them. You might have even questioned if your ears heard correctly. Even though they were spoken many moons ago, they continue to whisper their presence. Yes, you've moved...

I spent a period of my life serving God at a local mission where the formerly incarcerated and others in need would visit for help and support, and could find a safe place to get back on one's feet. God taught me much through my experience there. Much about humanity....

It happened in gym class and at recess. Maybe it was dodge ball or volleyball, or some other sport that needed two teams. As always, teams were picked in a way I disliked. Two people were named as team captains and the rest of us were in a pool of prospective players....

Have you ever wondered, "Am I loved?" If you have, you're not alone. Ask the homeless man in the park, or the kid in school who just doesn't "fit in." Ask the woman who was recently served divorce papers, or the young girl whose innocence was just stripped from her....

My mother spent much of her adolescent years alone. Her mother, my grandmother, passed away when Mom was twelve years old. I can't imagine walking through that experience at such a young age. I was 37 when Mom passed away, and the pain of losing her was excruciating....

A friend of mine was born with naturally curly hair. She wishes it was straight. An acquaintance of mine is 5' 2" tall. She wishes she was taller. Last week I overheard a woman say, "I'd give about anything to be thinner. I'm so 'big-boned.'" And another friend deals...