Elaine Sycks

Does the college of hard knocks count? :-)

I paid to attend a Christian college in Pensacola, Florida. However, I am still a card-carrying member of the college of hard knocks!

Wandering around the local mall

Wandering around the local mall with either my husband or my daughter and having pizza and smoothies or frittering away a Sunday afternoon in the aisles of Barnes and Noble.

Thoughts to start the new year…

As the calendar turns, many of us feel the familiar pull to “start fresh.” New Year’s resolutions promise transformation—but too often, they become a source of pressure, guilt, or burnout by February. What if this year, instead of aiming for perfection, you chose presence? Instead of drastic change, you chose progress? Start With Why, NotContinue reading “Thoughts to start the new year…”

Worry Less, Trust God More

I am a very anxious personality, and tend to worry alot about what might be or what could happen. My prayer is to really change that attitude in the new year.

Start the tears in 3…2…1…

The smell of railroad tar. I love it. It reminds me of home. We had railroad tracks right by our apartment and my friends and I would walk the tracks all the time. Christmas music. Especially “Little Drummer Boy.” Seeing a mom with a tiny baby. My two sons are 6′ 2″ tall now. IContinue reading “Start the tears in 3…2…1…”

Midweek Inspirational Post

#newyearseve #anewyear #inspirationalpost #newbeginning

I am fortunate to have several

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”

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”