Tag Archives: women

SAIL AWAY

Posted on August 17, 2014 by redcontroversy

I was sailing today Lost in melancholy blue. Salted cheeks And a frozen smile.   There were no boundaries Or destination. Only golden syllables Of God’s delight. copyright Es-tee Miller “I keep sailing on in this middle passage. I am … Continue reading →

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MY SPIRIT SURRENDERS

Posted on August 11, 2014 by redcontroversy

I pick up my camera and I’m lost. My surroundings hum everything is in slow motion. I look through my lens and joy, peace, tranquility fill me. I can hear people in the background but I don’t understand what they … Continue reading →

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SHE TRAVELS SOLO

Posted on March 28, 2014 by redcontroversy

  Why go alone? This is the oft-asked question solo travelers grapple with. I’ve never waited for a traveling companion and there is something to say about enjoying your own company. Here’s a few of my favorite moments from 2013. … Continue reading →

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I’M HOME

Posted on September 4, 2013 by redcontroversy

I am humbled each and every day in this inspiring country. Where people stop to smile and ask if you are okay and would you like some fresh tomatoes from my garden? Here let me carry that for you! I … Continue reading →

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GOOD TO GO

Posted on September 2, 2013 by redcontroversy

  A day with my parents can either make or break you! Yesterday made me realize that my Mom is a true champion and I still have a long way to go in this race to keep up with her. … Continue reading →

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LOVE STONES

Posted on February 25, 2013 by redcontroversy

I’ve always been drawn inexplicably to stones. Sometimes I will look up why this particular stone has a certain attraction for me and I will find that it is exactly what I was needing at the time. I feel many … Continue reading →

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Aunt Grace how does it feel to turn 100 today?

Posted on January 5, 2013 by redcontroversy

My Aunt Grace is an amazing lady! It’s thanks to her I know how to set a table properly and use good manners. I guess I was sadly lacking in regard to proper etiquette one summer when I was 10 … Continue reading →

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SEARCHING FOR PERU

Posted on December 29, 2012 by redcontroversy

SEARCHING FOR PERU I wondered this morning, With intense yearning. If what I thought, Was there would reveal? Peaked mountains, rugged paths, Lead me to pinnacles unknown. My heart says go, Hesitation falls behind me. Leap of spirit, lights me, … Continue reading →

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A WOMAN IS THE WHOLE TAMALE

Posted on September 6, 2012 by redcontroversy

Do men like smart women? I’ve often wondered about this and asked a few good male friends what they really think. The answers I got back were definitely a plethora of logic. I began to realize quite some time ago … Continue reading →

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