by Darlene L. Turner | Jan 12, 2026 | A Brother's Obsession, Ancient Words Living Truth, Darlene L. Turner | Still True Today
Chris guided the sander back and forth over the rough wood surface. He glanced over his shoulder to see if Alex had finished his project. Chris couldn’t let his punk of a brother beat him. He pictured the prize for this year’s contest. The new iPad mini. It wasn’t...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 27, 2025 | Ancient Words Living Truth, Ancient Words Living Truth - Seven Times, Darlene L. Turner | Still True Today
Michael opened his window to let the morning autumn breeze freshen his stale room. He inhaled. The smell of fallen leaves calmed him and he relaxed his shoulders. It had been a whirlwind of a week. He looked forward to a weekend of doing nothing. Movement from his...
by Darlene L. Turner | Oct 13, 2025 | Ancient Words Living Truth, Canadian Thanksgiving, Darlene L. Turner, Happy Thanksgiving | Still True Today
Nathan unlatched the lock on the door and heaved it upwards. The two flaps fell to each side with a thud. The sunlight blinded him like a spotlight on stage. The cool air filled the shelter, and he breathed inward. “That feels good,” he said. A cardinal chirped in the...
by Darlene L. Turner | Aug 11, 2025 | Ancient Words Living Truth, Darlene L. Turner, random acts of kindness | Still True Today
Donny trudged up the stairs and slipped his backpack from his shoulder. It fell with a thud. His mother turned from the sink of dirty dishes. “Bad day at school?” “Jim lost his battle with cancer.” His mother rushed over and wrapped her arms around him. “Honey, I’m so...
by Darlene L. Turner | May 26, 2025 | Ancient Words Living Truth, Darlene L. Turner, David and Jonathan, friendships | Still True Today
Justin stuck a marshmallow on the end of his makeshift spear. His mouth watered just thinking about the roasted treat. He held it near the hottest coals and turned it slowly—the only way to toast a campfire delight. Leaving it in one spot would make it catch fire. He...
