I have been blessed to have several: First and foremost, my relationship with God. It’s this relationship that helps make the others one work! My husband and my kids. They are always the best part of any day. My mom. She has endured so much throughout her life and she is a testament of graceContinue reading “I am fortunate to have several”
Author Archives: Elaine Sycks
The Electric Emeralds
We would be the Electric Emeralds. Our colors would be green and gold. (I am drawing on my Irish heritage and emerald being my birthstone!)
When Faith Meets the Storm: Triumphs through Trials
When Faith Meets the Storm: Triumph Through Trials — A powerful video reflection on faith tested by life’s fiercest storms. Drawing on Jesus’ suffering and resurrection, plus stories of Joseph, Daniel, and Esther, this video offers Christian encouragement, hope, and practical spiritual perspective for both public trials and quiet battles like anxiety, depression, broken relationships,Continue reading “When Faith Meets the Storm: Triumphs through Trials”
My personal political views have not, but my view of politicians sure has
An interesting prompt… A few years after my husband and I were married, he ran for statewide political office twice. Even in the late 90’s, running for office was not for the faint of heart. Constituents and opposing candidates can be cruel. My personal political views have remained the same. I have core beliefs regardingContinue reading “My personal political views have not, but my view of politicians sure has”
New Week Motivation
….as we head into the last week of 2025 #2026 #newyear #motivationalpost #inspiration
Off the Grid
I would totally make a place off the grid. A large room in a cabin deep in the woods, with a room with huge picture windows overlooking a lake that faces either west or east to watch either the sunrise or sunset every day.
Chapter 9 “A Growing List of Suspects” (from “The Skeleton in the Hayride” Murder Mystery)
Sheriff Brody stepped out of Clara Bellweather’s studio, the scent of turpentineclinging to him like a second skin, a stark reminder of the tempestuous emotions he’djust navigated. He’d spent nearly an hour with the artist, and while her tale ofThorne’s manipulative affections offered a compelling narrative of motive, it lackedthe concrete details that would placeContinue reading “Chapter 9 “A Growing List of Suspects” (from “The Skeleton in the Hayride” Murder Mystery)”
I just care that mine starts when I turn it over each morning!!
I simply desire an automobile that gets me from point A to point B each day and turns over when I start it. However, that being said, I worked for an auto repair shop the past year where we did rebuilds on classic cars. My all time favorite….a beautiful teal blue and cream 1957 ChevyContinue reading “I just care that mine starts when I turn it over each morning!!”
Merry Christmas
#christmasday #christmas #christmas2025 #birthofasavior #Jesusbirth
I am always dabbling in something crafty or artistic!
I love art and crafting and photography. One of my biggest creative outlets is making new products that are essential oil-based to sell on my Etsy store, whether it’s a new shower steamer scent, sugar scrub, lip balm or handmade soap or candle!