by Darlene L. Turner | Mar 12, 2012 | Darlene Turner, faith, judging, praising God, relationships | What If...
Sydney slammed her hand on the snooze button and turned over. Minutes later, its constant buzz drew her out of her dream stupor. She shoved the alarm clock to the floor. Was it that easy for her husband to push her aside for a younger woman? Tears rolled down her...
by Darlene L. Turner | Jan 16, 2012 | abuse, broken promises, judging, unconditional love, what if | What If...
She sat in the closet, pulled her knees to her chest and rested her head on top. Once again, she forgot to make sure the towels in the bathroom were even on the rack. Another mistake. How could she be so stupid? Her eye throbbed as she huddled in her...
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 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...