by Darlene L. Turner | Jun 18, 2012 | dreams, Knollwood Baptist Church, perseverance | What If...
She slammed her laptop shut and threw the reference book across the room. Her husband ran down the steps. “What’s going on?” She hung her head. “I can’t do it.” “What?” She pointed to the book on the floor. “All this marketing stuff. It’s too hard.” “Of course it is....
by Darlene L. Turner | Feb 20, 2012 | Christian Writer's Guild, dreams, fears, what if | What If...
Sharon edged her way to the end of the diving board. Her stomach quivered at the distance beneath her. She bit her lip and took one step back. “I can’t do it,” she said. A shiver raced through her body and she rubbed her arms. “Yes, you can,” her mother said. “Just...
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 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...