I was seven. We were standing in the playground at recess when Shea Dannenberg called me, “ugly.” That was when the first mark appeared. The second followed not long after. I had eagerly raised my hand in class to answer a question. But I got the answer wrong. Ryan Hines, in the seat right behindContinue reading "An Ocean’s Whisper"
A Conversation Worth Risking…
For days, I’ve been struggling to articulate something—anything—in light of the recent tragedies in the news. I haven’t known what to say, so for the most part, I haven’t said anything. And even though there are hundreds of voices and even more opinions inundating your newsfeed, I can no longer remain silent. Because I grewContinue reading "A Conversation Worth Risking…"
Grief and Glory: a remembrance
Twenty years ago today, my sister, Amanda, was stillborn—the fifth child in my family. I was six years old and my memories of that time are vivid. The day after my family lost Amanda, a tree also fell on top our only car, totaling it. This is a guest post written by my mom, Lisa Alexander. It'sContinue reading "Grief and Glory: a remembrance"
Dinner on Display
I recognize this place. Too well, unfortunately. I take in the familiar sights, sound, smells, and voices. Oh, do I know these voices. All of my former friends stare as I approach our meeting place. Josh should’ve known not to bring me here. Anxiously, my eyes scan for Josh. Where is he? In the process,Continue reading "Dinner on Display"
Somewhere to Be
The words came like a punch in the gut. She had slaved. Labored. Poured. Her heart, her soul, her sweat, her energy…she wanted to make this meal the best. Everything needed to be perfect: the house spotless, the food just right, the hospitality flawless. Her name didn’t mean “mistress of the house” for nothing.Continue reading "Somewhere to Be"
Wilderness Places
We all know the story. Prophet guy anoints kid king. Kid kills giant. Kid becomes hero. Marries king's daughter. Lives happily ever after, right? Not so much. Sure, David kills Goliath. Then Saul, the current king, becomes obsessively jealous and tries to kill David. David spends the next eight years fleeing for his life and living as aContinue reading "Wilderness Places"
The Woman and the Sand
She covered her face in desperation as their fingers clawed at her skin. One lip was already bloodied and she could feel her right eye growing black. All the while he stood there and let them do this. He let them. Son of --. He had approached her. Yes, she was lonely. Yes, she’d flirted when herContinue reading "The Woman and the Sand"
Detour?
The sermon today was entitled Detour; it was all about how God changes our plans to get us to where He wants us. For six months, I've been planning on moving to Connecticut to work with a faith based musical theater group. It seemed like the perfect fit. They go on tour. They love Jesus. I've been dreamingContinue reading "Detour?"
Seasons.
A very wise man once said that for everything there is a season, and a time for everything under the sun. I've been thinking about seasons a lot, lately. Mostly because I either want to rush them or delay them. When it's winter, I wish it was spring. When it's summer, I wish it wasContinue reading "Seasons."
The Room
Carelessly, I tossed the piece of trash on the ground as I trudged through the piles of garbage. A knot filled my gut. What had I gotten myself into? Surely...surely, he wasn't going to come...here. After all, what was the point of trying to clean up a pigsty like this anyways? I had to think.Continue reading "The Room"
Katelyn Alexander 