Chapter 15 – “The Betrayed Artist” (from “The Skeleton in the Hayride” murder mystery)

The motive was becoming increasingly clear. Arthur Finch, driven to the brink by EliasThorne’s financial exploitation and public humiliation, possessed both theopportunity and the means to silence Thorne permanently. The financial desperation,the public betrayal, and the prospect of reclaiming his business and his reputation allpointed a damning finger in Finch’s direction. Brody couldn’t shake theContinue reading “Chapter 15 – “The Betrayed Artist” (from “The Skeleton in the Hayride” murder mystery)”

From one of my former employees

In 2023, I was promoted to Store Manager of a retail store. The company transferred me to a new state to rehabilitate and turnaround a very low performing store. Employee morale was bad, the store was not clean or appealing and customers were unhappy with the service experience. After 6 months of being there, oneContinue reading “From one of my former employees”

Lay Down Your Worry

Lay Down Your Worry When worry gathers like a storm,And shadows press the heart,When every thought feels torn and worn,And peace seems far apart— God whispers through the rising wind,“Be still, I’m always near.”No fear too small, no soul too thinned,Escapes His watchful care. He holds the weight we cannot bear,With hands both strong andContinue reading “Lay Down Your Worry”

Hop on a train with me

My poetic response: I hopped on a train with a clickety-clack,With a rumble beneath and a snack in my pack! It whooshed past the trees and it zoomed past the sky,With a toot from the horn going toodle-oo-hi! The seats gave a jiggle, the windows went whoosh,As tunnels went whoomp! and the rails went swoosh!Continue reading “Hop on a train with me”

Joy Still Exists

Joy Still Exists There are seasons in life when the world feels heavier than usual. The news is loud, responsibilities pile up, relationships strain, and sometimes even getting through an ordinary day can feel like climbing a mountain. In those moments, joy can seem distant—like something reserved for easier times. But joy hasn’t disappeared. It’sContinue reading “Joy Still Exists”

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