Author Archives: kylajoyful
The results of influential people
One week ago, I returned from a weekend-plus trip to Annapolis/DC. My brother lives in that area, and I lived there after I graduated from college. Vacations to places like that, where I am visiting someone as well as reminiscing … Continue reading
What does it mean to be healthy and whole?
Things I’ve been thinking about this Valentine’s week: What does it mean to be healthy and whole? I think it means that we know we’re free to give and receive dignity. It means that as women, we know our worth … Continue reading
My Take on Valentine’s Day
I currently know five close friends who are pregnant. A sixth friend gave birth last week. Valentine’s Day is this week and while some think it’s just another consumerist holiday, I’d say that many of us appreciate the holiday and … Continue reading
The Greatest Gift We Can Give
About six years ago, I declared myself a Vegetarian. I chose this for multiple reasons, none of them having to do with a dislike of meat (I love meat. Especially of the venison variety). I made the switch to pay … Continue reading
Birthday gifts and a video blog
Friday night video blog for you! (Please ignore the jump in the middle. Yes, I edited this.) (Please ignore the loud sound at the end. I have no idea what that is.) (I’ve never uploaded a video to youtube before.) … Continue reading
How I Feel About Gay Marriage
My neighbor sent me an out-of-the-blue text this week. “How do you feel about gay marriage?” His first mistake was sending that message to me via text. That’s not a question that can be answered in 160 characters or less! … Continue reading
A Tale of Wealth and Poverty
I planned on stopping for lunch at 12:30, so I’d have enough time to make my 1:00 meeting. The meeting was three blocks away from my office, and lunch about half way between. As I approached the next intersection, I … Continue reading
How can I serve God and still have a paycheck?
How can I serve God and still pay my bills? A University student posed this question to me as we waited to package meals for the homeless. I nodded in sympathy, he wasn’t the first to ask this question. We … Continue reading
Guest Post: Lynn Bell
I’m pleased to share today’s post with you from Lynn Bell. Lynn brings up some challenges in family relationships, as she shares her own story. You can find Lynn on her blog or Facebook. Family is an important topic in … Continue reading
Breaking The Cycle Of Violence
Mr. D, as we called him, was one of my favorite teachers in high school. Tall and thin, with an unforgettable face, Mr. D. couldn’t hide a twinkle in his eyes, as if he always knew something we didn’t. Imported … Continue reading
