Being “okay” even when you are not okay in every way is something that Jane Marczewski, Nightbirde, lived by daily. Jane became an overnight success on America’s Got Talent (AGT). She earned the golden buzzer and won the hearts of those in attendance that evening. Her entire performance was so moving and authentic, it is likely one I will not forget. This week a friend posted an article written by Angela Davis (2021) as a tribute to Jane, who passed earlier this week from a long, difficult battle with cancer. The golden buzzer evening was her only performance on…
I remember as a child trying to find misplaced items. My mother would always say, “Ask Jesus to help guide you to your lost item. I will look with you, but think about where you last saw the item and pray for direction.” It worked very well as a child and I continue to pray for guidance on everything I do. Not long ago I lost an earring that I wear every day. The earring had fallen off numerous other times but had always been retrieved. It is a simple hoop earring, but not a popular shape and would be…
It is not easy for me to open myself up to the world. I am a private person who enjoys being in the background listening to all that is going on around me. For as long as I can remember my faith has been strong and my concern for others deep. Before I understood faith, I thanked God for the good and for carrying me through the tough times. Even when I didn’t realize it, my faith has always been my first priority. I believed without a doubt and yet had very little knowledge regarding Jesus. I felt God…
I have always been one to think in terms of the glass half full. That does not mean that I have been happy with everything in my life, but it does mean that I seek out a positive perspective. We all have varying degrees of physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Life is not fair, but we do have a choice as to how we respond to those challenges. Sometimes we have to reach deep within ourselves to find something positive. A major accomplishment might be having the energy or ability to get up in the morning. Getting up to start…