Imagine being heard at an Imagine Dragons concert
Tonight was a good reminder about how music and musicians can affect change.
Reflecting on the now
The hymn "Lead Kindly Light" is a good focal point for me in this particular time of my life. Keep thou my feet; I do not ask to see the distant scene-- one step enough for me.
This is how [I] do
A little anecdote about how I became interested in social media. It's a longer one, but may be worth the read.
“Thoughts and Prayers”
The reality is that things can get worse, and likely will. I'm a devout Christian and I truly believe that the world is going to continue getting worse before Christ comes again. If you don't believe in Christ, or a…
No, it’s NOT okay
Honestly, there are no words I can think of to describe the way I'm feeling for my fellow human beings (I say human beings, because men are not excluded from this narrative). The deep sadness and empathy running through my…
Sometimes I write just to write
Writing is more than just something I do for a hobby or for work, even. It's about being vulnerable without getting hurt. It's about sharing stories (whether they be true, fiction, or embellished) and getting ideas out of my mind…
When nothing turns into something
Maybe that's a self-absorbed way of thinking of things. Maybe I am an attention seeker and that's just something I've got to deal with. Maybe I'm just one voice, crying out against billions of other voices, wanting to be heard…
Superheroes and real-life villains
We are in the age of superhero movies and TV shows. Marvel and D.C. are fighting for our attention and we don't have to be convinced to watch them. Whether or not we know the backstories of each hero doesn't…
Parting is such sweet sorrow
If I ever learn anything while being at home, it's that I love my parents even more every time I see them. Hugs from your parents (when your parents are as loving as mine) have some sort of healing powers.…
New Perspective
Usually this would be something I would post on my other blog, but since it relates so closely with the things that have been happening in my life, I figured it would be best here. The other night I was…
