Each year ideas run through my mind of what a birthday should look like and sometimes they may seem pretty farfetched: a Bahama cruise, a night on the Riveria, a Hawaiian vacation, a scenic tour to the largest waterfall destination or a Scandinavian adventure. Those are just a few 😉 Looking back on what actually … Continue reading I’m So Glad I live in a World where there are Octobers
Confession
TUNE MY HEART (September Fast)
Several days ago, I shared: My sugar addiction is an idol, and an idol is not to be fasted from but tore from the very heart; the struggle is real, the addiction is real; However, God is even more powerful than any addiction. William Couper composed: “The dearest idol I have known, Whatever that idol … Continue reading TUNE MY HEART (September Fast)
Stepping out into the Light
From Fear to Freedom Celebrating 10 years of writing on thescarlettroad.com AND sharing the post I wrote for Carolina College of Biblical Studies Spring 2025 edition of their magazine "Common Ground." Thanks to Kellie and Kristin's edits and graphic design! These talented women made my article come alive! "God cares about the anguish of our … Continue reading Stepping out into the Light
The Coolest and Most Fun “over the river and through the woods” Excursion
Our Newport grands have each taken turns staying at Gram and Pop’s house. The older two visited last year (2024) at different times, while the third and youngest of the three (7 years old) came for several days at the end of last month leading into April (2025). Without a doubt our motto is to … Continue reading The Coolest and Most Fun “over the river and through the woods” Excursion
A Praise Report of Sorts: Sense & Sensibility
I promised a report on my Eighteen Day Fasting Challenge; A pledge I decided to try for the month of August and September. You can read here where I explain the process. So, in preparation of this great “PRAISE Report” I had my dear hubby capture a picture of me jumping with prodigious success. Well, … Continue reading A Praise Report of Sorts: Sense & Sensibility
Nothing Comes Easy!
Nothing comes easy! In fact, if it does come easy, I would be highly suspicious, lol!!! My sister, who just recently lost her husband (he passed away July 24, 2024), hasn’t had it easy with the dealings of the aftermath like getting titles changed over, etc. She communicated with me how the inspection for her … Continue reading Nothing Comes Easy!
A Meaningless Cliché or a Powerful Resolution
Pulling weeds in my yard is an endless chore that can aid in mental recovery if I meditate on Scripture while keeping a song in my heart. However, it can also become a negative-packed routine that drains life from my spirit, creating bitterness and presenting a scowl on my face to passersby. Struggling with the … Continue reading A Meaningless Cliché or a Powerful Resolution
The Scarlett Road 