Mental Health Is a Serious Issue

Mental health is a very serious issue. If you’re uneducated on the subject, please research it. There are plenty of ways you can help those who suffer from it and to be able to help recognize the signs. Everyday we lose lives to this issue; and it isn’t until it is too late and we lose someone we know and/or love that we start to really look at the problem. Let’s help start the Mental Health Awareness movement and help those in need. Sometimes a few comforting words or taking the time to smile and say hello to someone, can make all the difference in the world.
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Disrespect Is Disrespect

In recent days, we have seen waves of national media coverage covering protestors burning the American flag. In Chapter 1 of the Title 4 of the United States Code it says”No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United States of America”. It doesn’t matter the issue, disrespect is disrespect. However, everywhere people are writing off this act as just another way to express their Freedom of Speech; but I firmly disagree. This is despicable, disrespectful, and repugnant.

Yes I Voted for Trump, and No I’m Not a Racist

Over the past couple days I have watched as Americans have further divided the country, attacking others for their choice in a candidate. All across social media, there are posts about how Trump supporters HAVE to be racist, bigots, homophobic, etc. to have voted for the man. There are protests in the street causing destruction and chaos, because the candidate they chose did not win. There are petitions to try and get the electoral votes to be removed.

Forgiveness

This poem is a recent addition. While I have been working on the poem for a couple weeks now, Forgiveness was finally completed on August 15, 2016. It is a personal reflection, and how forgiveness doesn’t always mean there isn’t a price to pay.

Get Your History Straight

While it is definitely no surprise to hear history related during political campaigns, it really aggravates me when political figures twist history to fit their own personal agendas. So let’s take some time to get the real facts.

It’s Been a While…

Dang…8 months! Time has certainly been speeding by in the last year. From school activities for my daughter, to random life events, to helping take care of other loved ones; it’s surprising how much faster life seems to go as you get older.

But don’t worry this is not the end. While I may not be an everyday poster, I do want to get back in the habit of writing my own blog. So remember: It’s been a while, but I have returned.

Guns Don’t Kill People…People Kill People

I understand letting people know about lives that were lost or other tragic events that take place in the world. However, what I don’t understand is why the media feels they must help the wrongdoers. Many people who are at fault in school shootings, bombings, etc. are looking to be immortalized, even if it is for something horrible. They are after attention. Instead of focusing on the person who committed the crimes, they should focus on the people who were lost.

Inspiration Comes When You Need It Most

It’s amazing how you can find inspiration in the most unlikely of places. This past weekend I was cleaning my office, and came across a small box. It contained pictures and a few letters from when I was in high school. However, most importantly, it contained a letter from my sophomore year, which was written by my mother who passed away in 2012.

A Great Reminder

Yesterday while driving with my daughter, the song 3 Wooden Crosses by Randy Travis came on the radio. The song itself is beautiful; but what really hit home for me, were the lyrics. Coming from a large family, I have had to deal with many losses over the years. Most recently, my mother who lost her battle with breast cancer on December 7, 2012.

How Christian Are You Really?

Generally, I try to avoid hot topics while online. People tend to be very judgmental of other people’s opinions when they do not have the same views. However, last night I watched the show I Am Jazz on TLC. I was curious about how someone so young was able to make such a life altering decision.