I accepted an invitation to attend a meeting at the Christian Student Center on a local college campus that night, but never dreamed what was about to happen. The meeting went on as usual with attendees telling their story of being saved. I was about to have my 18th birthday. I recently discovered that toContinue reading “SAVED”
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Stay Close and Tight
During these chaotic and troublesome times, prayer and connectivity with God is key. When I become worried about things beyond my control, I look skyward and pass the worry to my Lord. Lay troubles at God’s feet and He will take them, so we don’t have to carry them by ourself. This is the actionContinue reading “Stay Close and Tight”
Brain Chaos
Some days become a struggle right from the git go. And then day after day starts the same way. There must be a point where this changes or nothing gets accomplished. This is termed ‘brain chaos’ in my here and now. And I sought the advice of my psychiatrist to help find some answers. IContinue reading “Brain Chaos”
Alone
Alone, we all enter this life Into a world of turmoil and strife. We struggle and fight will all our might To survive the hardships, we must smite. Valleys of low, mountains so high. It is a wonder we’ve gotten by; Our inner strength holds the key, And with HIS help,Continue reading “Alone”
All Those Miles
You’d walk all those miles for me? Yes, I would. I have come all these miles on the eve of my first visit to “the Farm” in Conyers, Ga. I am in anticipation of my spiritual journey tomorrow. I am certain of you. Lord, I have travelled far to experience the who, why and whatContinue reading “All Those Miles”
Give Yourself a Standing Ovation
My legislative journey lasted 20 years. Yes, this is the message I received after my bill signing became law in Nashville, Tennessee, outside the legislature. I had bought a handful of these chocolates for celebratory imbibing on my 3½ hour drive home from the capital. I never dreamed this effort would take so veryContinue reading “Give Yourself a Standing Ovation”
Rx Do Nots
Being on anti-depressant medication is not what I signed up for. But assimilation to the status quo was easy. I was told I may always need them because of the PTSD disease I suffer. And for many years I accepted this fate. I lived life with subdued highs and lows in order to get throughContinue reading “Rx Do Nots”
Back to Mom and Me
Mom giggled and laughed with me. I feel so comforted to have spent some time with her. Her uplifting personality will carry me until the next time. I am branding the conversation on my mind so I can recall the happy of her. Father God, “Thank you!” I told her how proud I am forContinue reading “Back to Mom and Me”
Talk with my Mom
I talked with my mom today. I was thrilled deep inside with a love so strong I swelled with each intake of air. The instant I heard her voice my body tension eased. She sounded happy and filled with joy like always. She taught me that it takes 42 more muscles to frown than itContinue reading “Talk with my Mom”
Meet Me on a Podcast
Please learn about my story in this new podcast Talk It Out With Marla P and let me know if you want to chat. YouTube Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-it-out-with-marla-p/id1754759986?i=1000671823825 Watch for these podcasts too: Wisdom on the Front Porch 60 Minutes: Shining Through your Words: Behind-the-pages Magnificent Authors Stories That Inspire Hope Insights of a Survivor SpeakingContinue reading “Meet Me on a Podcast”
