Welcome
“Weeping
may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” Psalm 30:5 NKJV
Welcome!
I’m so glad you’re here.
I
started this blog after Superstorm Sandy flooded our city of Long Beach, New
York, ruined our home, and disrupted life. Every day while riding my bike to
work at a nearby nursing home, I hummed Mandisa’s song “Good Morning.” Hummed
because no one wants to hear me sing. Trust me. The lyrics reminded me each new morning
was a gift from God. He was there to get us through the challenges. I wanted to
share stories that touch the heart and share His love.
Now,
here I am, editing my second novel, working on a picture book, and updating my
bio amid the Coronavirus pandemic. The crazier life gets, the more I delve into
writing projects. Escaping reality? Maybe.
Years
ago, I graduated from FIT in Manhattan, freelanced for Bridal Guide Magazine,
got married, and had four sons and a daughter. I was a homeschool mom for about
twelve years. During that time, I studied writing to become a better teacher
and set an example for my kids. I’m not going to say I dreamed of becoming a
writer since kindergarten. I pursued a career in art and accidentally fell in
love with writing, pouring my soul with words instead of paint.
Some
of my short stories and poems have been published in Clubhouse Jr. Magazine and
three anthologies. In the 2018 Writer’s Digest Annual Competition, my poem
“From the Mannequin Factory” won first place, and in previous years of the same
contest, two short stories received honorable mention awards. My novel Randi’s
Steps was a finalist for the National Indie Excellence Award. (Check out the
reviews on Amazon Hint. Hint.)
Like
most people in the world right now, I’m feeling trapped sometimes, bored
sometimes, anxious a lot of the time, and frustrated with the current situation.
Every day I need to remind myself to be thankful for the many blessings in my
life. Forget gentle reminders. I need body builder muscles to wring out the
negative thoughts and breathe in the joy that God offers. When I pray and read
God’s word, and often reread the same verses until I can wipe away distracting
thoughts and focus, my view clears. I’m
so thankful God is patient with me. Every day, he reminds me it’s a new
morning.
I
hope you enjoy visiting my blog. Please share your thoughts with me. I would
love to hear from you.