Encouragement

When I started blogging these GEMs over a year ago, I was on a mission to spread a little encouragement to help others while using my gift of writing.  Much to my surprise I think I’ve been encouraged the MOST! I have been amazed by the outpouring of support,...

The Pains of Change

Last week I had a meltdown.   I mean a complete break from reality where I fell to my knees and bawled my eyes out for an hour.  Doesn’t happen often, but when it does…you’d better watch out! Strangely, I woke up that particular morning feeling a heaviness and...

Happy Birthday, Chase!

It’s hard to fathom that my baby turns five-years-old today!  Crazy.  It seems like yesterday I was impatiently waiting to deliver this little boy into the world amid the stresses of working, raising a family and trying to keep this vehicle called life in the middle...

Foul Mouth Meg

My name is Meg and I have a problem with swearing.  Now, it’s not as bad as it used to be, but the words that come out of my mouth are still not stellar. Anyone who knows me knows this to be true.  I’m sure they would agree that the F-word is the favorite and most...

Who is Jesus Christ?

As Easter draws near, I’ve been wondering why I’ve chosen to follow this man, Jesus Christ, and His teachings.  Is it because I was raised this way?  Is it because I want to go to Heaven?  Is it because I fear the alternatives?  Or is it something else? After much...