by Darlene L. Turner | Jun 20, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Mackenzie tried to smooth the wrinkles out of her skirt as she stepped inside the church. She knew it was the same one she’s worn for the past few weeks, but the fire took all of her clothes and the insurance money wouldn’t come for another week. Would the others...
by Darlene L. Turner | Jun 13, 2011 | inhibitions, judging, praising God, protesting, unconditional love, what if | What If...
She felt her toe begin to tap as the worship band started to play the next song. She responded automatically to the beat. Slowly, the rhythm began to overtake her body like a child’s excitement on Christmas day as they waited to open that first present. She eyed those...
by Darlene L. Turner | Jun 6, 2011 | judging, protesting, unconditional love, what if | What If...
They watched from a distance as the protestors diligently painted their outcries on pieces of cardboard before nailing them to wooden stakes. One-by-one, the men and women grabbed a sign and began their walk down the street yelling at anyone and everyone to listen to...
by Darlene L. Turner | May 30, 2011 | judging, unconditional love, what if | What If...
The older man shuffled into the row where single parent Tammy sat with her 5-year old daughter. He plunked himself in the chair beside them. Immediately, the smell of dirty socks and body odor lingered in the air. Tammy watched as her daughter plugged her nose. She...
by Darlene L. Turner | May 23, 2011 | Holy Land, Israel | Holy Land Highlights
Tears formed in my eyes as I hugged my sister good-bye. Our trip had come to an end, and we were both so thankful we had taken this journey together, but it was hard to leave. This beautiful country had stolen both of our hearts. We also knew we probably would never...
