Tag Archives: Writing

Wedding Witness

Posted on May 16, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I was truly blessed last weekend, watching my grandson Ryan and his now wife Maddi share their vows. A new journey began and I was fortunate to watch it unfold. As I’ve gotten older, I appreciate those milestone moments — … Continue reading →

Posted in life & love | Tagged blessings, celebration, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, Friends, God, grace, grandchildren, growing up, joy, Laughter, life, love, marriage, milestones, Music, observations, relationships, stories, visits, vows, wedding, witness, Writing | 9 Comments

I Don’t Want To Be Like You

Posted on May 13, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Bullying. It’s a popular topic these days … sometimes leading to tragic consequences. I came across a book recently that deals first-hand with bullying, although set back in the 1970s. I Don’t Want To Be Like You by Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged attitude, book review, bullying, communication, DPchallenge, encouragement, Friends, Inspiration, life, Memories, Music, pain, relationships, resilience, Writing | 2 Comments

Five Minute Friday — Practice

Posted on May 10, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

You know how much I value this Five Minute Friday exercise … and the feeling is shared my many comrades in the FMF community. Here’s what Christina has to say, taken from snippets in Five Minute Friday: A Collection of … Continue reading →

Posted in Five Minute Friday, Uncategorized | Tagged attitude, communication, community, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, five minute Friday, Friends, happiness, life, love, Music, perseverance, practice, Prayer, relationships, resources, skills, talent, tools, Writing | 6 Comments

Just Write

Posted on May 7, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I received a request a couple of weeks ago.It simply said, “I would like to write a book. As someone doing it for the first time, it’s kind of hard without guidance. How do I start?” First of all, I … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Opportunity

Posted on May 3, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Friday. Time for Five Minute Friday. I do look forward to the writing exercise, meeting with my FMF friends to ponder, then put down and share a word prompt with them. Thanks to Kate Motaung for hosting this party in … Continue reading →

Posted in Five Minute Friday | Tagged attitude, blessings, career, children, DPchallenge, encouragement, Faith, family, five minute Friday, Friends, God, grandchildren, growing up, Karen, life, love, marriage, Memories, opportunity, relationships, share, Writing | 8 Comments

Dollars and Cents

Posted on April 30, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

First light this morning was at 5:02. Ironically, it was also the time I opened my peepers for the day. That coincidence was actually apropos for the day. First light of new book is here. Tomorrow it goes out for … Continue reading →

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Salvation’s Story

Posted on April 28, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

This week’s devotion is from the Assembly of God’s Word for Today. Frank usually read about sports or outdoor living, but his sister had given him several gently used novels. He found himself reading a romance where the main character … Continue reading →

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What Is Writing?

Posted on April 23, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I will be facilitating a second six-week class trying to demystify writing in general and taking the fear out of sharing your written words. The interactive Take the Fear Out of Writing class will begin Monday, June 3 at 1 … Continue reading →

Posted in Readin', Ritin' & Rithmetic | Tagged communication, DPchallenge, fear, Friends, life, love, Memories, observations, relationships, stories, Writing | 8 Comments

Everything I Need To Know I Learned from Noah’s Ark

Posted on April 22, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

This week’s words for the week is an oldie but goodie. Don’t miss the boat. Remember we are all in the same boat. Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the Ark. Stay fit. When you’re 60 years old, … Continue reading →

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The Empty Tomb

Posted on April 21, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I don’t usually re-post, but I’ve decided for this Easter season, it would be appropriate to continue this as a tradition for the extra followers than a year ago. So, for my new-found friends, this is for you. And for … Continue reading →

Posted in Sunday sermonette | Tagged attitude, blessings, celebration, DPchallenge, Easter, empty tomb, encouragement, Faith, family, foundation, Friends, God, Inspiration, Jesus, life, love, Memories, relationships, stories, Writing | 2 Comments