Tag Archives: Karen

Strong Women … and a Hug

Posted on December 3, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I’ve been blessed. Throughout my life, I have been surrounded by strong women. They had to be. They had to deal with me. My grandmother was always a rock and inspiration who never judged. laughed at my jokes, encouraged me. … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Gratitude

Posted on November 27, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Confession time. I was at a loss for this week’s prompt — GRATITUDE. I just couldn’t think of anything new to say. Oh, there is plenty say, but somehow every time I set the timer and glanced at the words, … Continue reading →

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Another Birthday

Posted on November 19, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I know there is no time in eternity, but I have to say, you haven’t aged a day, Sweetheart. You’re even more beautiful today than ever. Tomorrow is actually you’re birthday, but I couldn’t resist making my usual remark — … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Disappoint

Posted on October 23, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Happy Five Minute Friday! The rules remain the same. Ponder the weekly prompt. Nothing too pithy, just honest as the words flow from the brain through the fingers. Keep it limited to five minutes {or so} with limited editing. Link … Continue reading →

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Hugs from an Angel

Posted on October 8, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

They say angels are all around us. Most of the time they don’t show themselves. But sometimes they take a human form, usually without the wings. There is no doubt in my mind I had a very special angel make … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Breathe

Posted on October 2, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

It’s time for Five Minute Friday, the weekly timed keyword-themed writing challenge facilitated by Kate Motaung. Her words — and those of the others who congregate around the virtual table to share — are at fiveminutefriday.com. Start at the community … Continue reading →

Posted in Five Minute Friday, Uncategorized | Tagged attitude, birth, blessings, breathe, celebration, conversation, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, five minute Friday, Friends, God, Jesus, joy, Karen, life, love, Memories, observations, relationships, stories | 7 Comments

Continued Grace

Posted on September 27, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Normally, Sunday means a devotional, sermon or sermonette. But this Sunday — today — marks the 12th anniversary of my wife Karen’s death, a day that impacted myself, my family, and everyone who knew her well beyond her years. She … Continue reading →

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From the Kitchen … With Love

Posted on September 3, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I like food. I prefer someone else plating it up for me, but I generally know my way around a kitchen. I will be the first to admit, most of my culinary creations tend to be on the simple side, … Continue reading →

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In the Blink of an Eye

Posted on August 31, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

Happy Anniversary Sweetheart! Another year in the books. I remember that hot, humid Saturday like it was yesterday — Aug. 31, 1968. It was the day we got married, the day we promised before God, our families, and our friends … Continue reading →

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Another Trip Around the Sun

Posted on August 20, 2020 by wisdomfromafather

I was a little young to remember, but I have been told at 5:19 a.m. on a sultry August morning 73 years ago in Paterson, NJ, I entered the world. The family always said after receiving a few swats on … Continue reading →

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