Author Archives: Sally Gerard

Caring and compassion are two things I want my characters to discover in whatever world they must exist. Everyone encounters conflict, but if we can find those who will have empathy and stand by us, then somehow it is easier … Continue reading →

Hoarfrost is a beautiful, delicate, and dense phenomena. Britannica defines it as: “deposit of ice crystals on objects exposed to the free air, such as grass blades, tree branches, or leaves. It is formed by direct condensation of water vapour … Continue reading →

Riding along at the front of the sled, she pitched the hay from side-to-side as the pick-up bumped slowly along over frozen ground. She knew fear in the moment when her right foot stepped just a fraction of an inch … Continue reading →

What do you see when you take a walk through your life? We all have those moments we’d love to be able to hit erase or backspace so we could get a do-over. Because we all have those dark sides, … Continue reading →

I am constantly amazed at the way we can be connected with people we don’t know and will most likely never meet all over the world. Social media is a blessing, but I understand it can also be a curse. … Continue reading →

Blizzards strike fear into the hearts of anyone with animals, well okay, with anyone that can’t just sit safe and warm in a well-insulated home with hot cocoa, marshmallows, coffee, and power! When we get a blizzard warning, we take … Continue reading →

I spend a fair amount of time reading great books, though not nearly enough either!  When I walk or drive, I listen to books on my Audible. In the evenings, when I finally close the computer lid, I read physical … Continue reading →

It was past time to take down the Christmas tree, but sitting in the early morning with only the sweet colored lights sparking through the tinsel and glass ornaments is so tranquil. It’s that Balm in Gilead that soothes my … Continue reading →

2019:  A year for action. I looked back to what I resolved to do when 2018 began:   Listen in the moment without forming my response Daily thanks Use my mom’s china Move every day Write Let go of hurt … Continue reading →

Originally posted on Pastor Michael Moore's Blog:
Small, helpful ways you can support a loved one who is dealing with depression. — Read on http://www.huffpost.com/entry/ways-to-support-loved-one-with-depression_n_5c17fca2e4b0432554c2ffed So much truth in this article… believe me 💜💙