by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 14, 2011 | broken promises, Darlene Turner, dreams, homeless, inhibitions, judging, learning, unconditional love, what if | What If...
“Let me help,” Carrie said to her daughter. “It’s too heavy for you.” “No,” Rebecca said. “Let me do it.” Rebecca insisted she carry the groceries from the store to their apartment. The five-year old could be stubborn at times, but Carrie knew if she didn’t let her...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 7, 2011 | broken promises, Darlene Turner, dreams, homeless, inhibitions, judging, needy, praising God, protesting, relationships, unconditional love, what if | What If...
Eleanor walked into the church and slipped by the greeters unnoticed. She didn’t really want to be here, but promised Amy she would come hear her sing. Normally, she spent Sunday mornings cleaning. She looked at her watch. Couldn’t I be late, just this once? Not...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 31, 2011 | broken promises, Darlene Turner, homeless, needy, praising God, relationships, unconditional love, what if | What If...
I stepped outside my office and tilted my head toward the sun. I unbuttoned my sweater and let the warmth melt away the busyness of my morning. Awww…such a beautiful day! Too bad I can’t stay out longer. I needed to go to the mall and pick up some vitamins before...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 24, 2011 | broken promises, Christian Writer's Guild, Darlene Turner, inhibitions, judging, learning, praising God, what if | What If...
The teenager combed his fingers through his hair. “But Mom, I’m not sure what I want to do with my life.” “Son, what interests you?” He sighed. “I don’t know. I’ve thought of a tradesman of some sort. Maybe an electrician or plumber.” His mother set her teacup back in...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 17, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Hi friends!! My sister Sue is here visiting from New Brunswick, so I’m taking a break from blogging this week. We’re having lots of fun together. So nice having her here. See my next post on October 24th. Have a great week! Darlene Darlene and Sue (Oct...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 10, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Today is our Canadian Thanksgiving Monday, so I’m taking a break from my regular blog series. This is the time of year when we express our thanks, but why do we wait so long? We should be thankful 365 days a year, shouldn’t we? Look where we live. In a...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 3, 2011 | broken promises, inhibitions, judging, learning, praising God, relationships, what if | What If...
Helen walked into the church humming Victory in Jesus. Her week consisted of car troubles, worrisome doctor reports, and news of her daughter’s failed marriage, but still the words of her favourite hymn went through her mind. She knew to trust in her Lord. Hard yes,...
by Darlene L. Turner | Sep 29, 2011 | | Uncategorized
The Criteria: The Liebster Blog Award is meant to showcase bloggers who have fewer than 200 followers. This is all done in the spirit of pay-it-forward. The Rules: You must mention and link to the person who awarded you the Liebster and mention 5 other blogs with...
by Darlene L. Turner | Sep 26, 2011 | broken promises, Christian Writer's Guild, Cliff House, Darlene Turner, dreams, inhibitions, judging, learning, praising God, prayer | What If...
I feel him gaining ground and will my legs to move faster. I need to get to Mama’s room. I try to scream, but my voice is lost in the wind. I reach the mansion and stumble up the stairs. The glow under her door takes me by surprise. Is Mama awake? I push the door...
by Darlene L. Turner | Sep 19, 2011 | broken promises, Christian Writer's Guild, Cliff House, inhibitions, judging, learning, praising God, protesting, unconditional love, what if | What If...
Lucille removed each item from her bag and examined them before placing her notebook, pen, pencil, easer, and ruler on the desk. The chatter from the doorway caught her attention. Two young girls entered the room. One dressed in everything black–from her dyed...
