by Darlene L. Turner | Jan 9, 2012 | praising God, prayer, relationships, what if | What If...
Gabby bit her nails while waiting for Carla to take her first step. She knew her daughter was close, but something was holding her back. Could her baby be scared? Do they know fear that young? Carla wobbled as she took one hand away from the side of the couch. “Gabby,...
by Darlene L. Turner | Jan 8, 2012 | | Uncategorized
I’ve been blogging for about a year and a half now. It’s been a fun and rewarding journey. I pray my blogs have been helpful to my readers. I hope I’ve challenged you as I have myself! A fellow writer has recognized me with the Versatile Blogger...
by Darlene L. Turner | Jan 1, 2012 | Darlene Turner, seasons, what if | What If...
Do you ever wonder who made the first New Year’s resolution? Was it Adam and Eve? And…did they keep it? Probably not. Face it, most of us make resolutions, but never carry them through. Oh, we might for a few weeks or even months, but come mid-February we get back...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 27, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all having a joyous season with your family and friends. That’s what I’m doing! Spending time with my wonderful husband and beautiful niece. She’s visiting from Riverview, New Brunswick. Yay! Watch for my next post in...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 19, 2011 | Christmas, seasons, shepherds | What If...
Queen Mary sat on her throne observing her children. One sat alone building a tower with wooden blocks, while another tinkled his fingers over the strings of a harp. Jesus strutted into the room and raised his hands. “Good morning, my subjects. I’m gracing you with...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 12, 2011 | Christmas, inhibitions, shepherds, what if | What If...
Silas pulled his cloak tighter around his body to block out the coolness of the night air. He leaned on his staff to rest his bum leg. The others huddled in a group just down the hill. He heard them whispering and laughing as they peered back at him. Why don’t the...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 9, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Hi everyone! I know, I don’t normally blog on Friday nights, but I wanted to introduce you to a fellow writer – Heather Boersma. I met her at the Write! Canada writer’s conference in Guelph. She is a writer and speaker. Her first book – a 30...
by Darlene L. Turner | Dec 5, 2011 | Christmas, Darlene Turner | What If...
He tapped his shiny black boot and pushed back the white fur cuff to look at his watch. Almost closing time. Where are all the kids? The mall was bustling with shoppers, but no children were waiting in line to see him. “Why don’t the kids want to see me anymore?” he...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 28, 2011 | broken promises, Christmas, dreams, inhibitions, praising God, what if | What If...
They bundled up and headed outside for their annual Christmas walk. The Wilkinson family loved to check out their neighbour’s displays. After, they come home for a steaming cup of hot chocolate with sprinkles on top. Valerie knew once the kids got older this family...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 21, 2011 | | Uncategorized
June 1, 1944 – “A” Company of the North Shore Regiment Camp “Company orders, we set sail for France tomorrow.” The major read from the telegram. “The mission—secure Juno Beach and drive back the enemy.” Wes pulled his uniform jacket closer to his body to keep the...
