It has been so long since I felt the desire to put ink to paper, provoke thoughts to sentences, or share verbs to this blog…. but I am READY to write again! Will you venture to share my thoughts once again digging deep down into our souls until our words are free again???? It’s … Continue reading Ready to Rise and Write…
Today, at Northwestern University’s One Book One Northwestern, I had the privilege of hearing acclaimed author of “Whistling Vivaldi: How Stereotypes Affect Us and What We can do”, Dr. Claude Steele. Dr. Steele’s keynote address was a timely reminder of the profound affects of even subtle forms of discrimination such as under-the-collar jokes, inferences, … Continue reading The Weight of Our Whispers
As I stared out of the kitchen window yesterday, I found myself blankly focused on the snow drifts pulverizing my neighbor’s rooftops, not to mention the pile of dishes Super Bowl Sunday had left behind long after the game had faded. I kept planning our Monday morning exit but as the wind continued to howl … Continue reading Morning Joy trumps Winter Blues
Last night I had several errands to run and I didn’t get home until late. Edwin had put the boys to bed and I could see from the bedroom door that Micah and Seth were in dreamland but my heavy heart wouldn’t let me leave their room until I kissed them again. I knelt by … Continue reading You have finally been considered….
For the most part when someone says, “I’m overwhelmed”, my first thought is that they have too much going on. Today, I’m overwhelmed but surprisingly it has nothing to do with the demands of my job, family, ministry, etc. I’m simply overwhelmed by the work of God in my life and around me. I’m overwhelmed to … Continue reading Overwhelmed
Galatians 1:10 Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If pleasing people were my goal, I would not be a servant of Christ. In my life, I have found myself at crossroads where those I believed would stand with me have … Continue reading Whose approval do I need?
On this Thursday, November 14th, I am grateful for my heritage! I have always been a lover of cultures, traditions, languages, and native expressions. My family is from La Isla del Encanto, Puerto Rico (cue the salsa music in the background & begin waving the flag of Puerto Rico now). 😉 Of course, one of … Continue reading
On Tuesday, November 12th, I’m thankful that our boys are doing so well in school! My gratitude exceeds further than just their own hard work and commitment to meet the challenges of learning. It takes a plethora of dedication, effort, time, compassion, love, and genuine selflessness to teach. On this Tuesday, I am grateful for … Continue reading Days #12 -13
Since I have a “no-weekend” posting policy, Just Kidding – but seriously! The weekends are dedicated to catching-up, spending time with my boys, and laundry (I’m just trying to be honest!) I haven’t posted my expressions of gratitude so I’m getting all caught-up! Friday, November 8th – I am thankful for field trips with my … Continue reading Days #8 – 11
On this day 7 of my expressions of gratitude, I am thankful for the opportunity to work at Northwestern University. Eighteen years ago, I started my first job as an adult on a hot July day. My new desk was just steps away from our beautiful Chicago lakefront and I really wanted to be on … Continue reading Day #7
Dinah's Daily Dose 