©2016 Brenda Black My final task for the day was simple. Carry a few items to the truck for the kids, offer kisses and hugs and bid them adieu. The wrap up to a pleasant evening picnic to celebrate June … Read More
By Brenda Black My heart skipped a beat when first my toes touched the powdery soft sand that gradually sloped toward the Pacific. A ferry ride and a two-mile hike in cowboy boots landed me the closest I’ve ever been … Read More
By Brenda Black Feeling blessed and a little bushed after a load of work in January. But the fruit of my labor and the hand of the Lord is looking lovely for February. My Valentine to God and thanks from … Read More
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By Brenda Black June 21 is my birthday. I’ll save you from doing the math. I’m 50. I’ve been asked how it feels to be so old. I answer, “Not a whole lot different from the day before.” Now ask … Read More
Yes, you are at the right place! This is still Blessings from Brenda. I just gave it a face lift on this beautiful May first! Check it out and get acquainted with the handy, interactive elements located along the right … Read More
By Brenda Black Slowly I unfurled the ace bandage and the gauze wrap beneath to reveal a purple strip of stitches bisecting the palm of my hand. My heart throbbed in the fleshy pads to either side of the one-inch … Read More
By Brenda Black Fiona Coote, at 14 years of age, became the youngest heart transplant recipient in Australia. Her true claim to fame: She received not just one heart transplant, but three! On three separate occasions, Fiona was granted another … Read More
Part 2 in a series By Brenda Black Everybody needs an Aunt Liz. She’s the go-to kinfolk who always has a spare bed and a listening ear. No matter your need or the timing of your visit, Elizabeth is prepared … Read More
Part 1 in a series By Brenda Black Slip your feet into the tiny sandals of an innocent girl. Imagine the rush of emotions in a single moment when an other-earthly, larger-than-life being streaks across the universe and screeches to … Read More