Relationships
-
“Letting You Go”
The light of love and hope has always been my strength, and I needed it more than ever as I watched you take your last breath. We believed in forever, never imagining how quickly our time would be taken from us. I knew I had to let you go, but my heart refused to accept Read more
CharWrites, Death, Emotions, Grief, Life, Loss, Love, Memories, Pain, Poem, poetry, Relationships, Short Poems, Spoken Thoughts, Storms, Suffering -
“God Says, I Got You”
There is something deeply reassuring about hearing the words “I got you” from someone you trust. Those simple words can settle our hearts, calm our fears, and remind us that we are not alone. In the same way, God desires for us to rest in the confidence of His presence and protection. Throughout Scripture, He… Read more
-
Life is Fleeting
With each sunrise, may you choose to live fully, knowing “this is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24). Read more
Celebration, Change, CharWrites, Children, Choices, Choose Today, Christianity, Daily Encouragement, Don’t Give Up, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Friends, Friendship, God, Gratitude, Hope, inspirational, Jesus, Journey, Kindness, Laughter, Life, Life is Short, Love, Memories, New Day, New Possibilities, Relationships, Spend your time wisely, Spoken Thoughts, Thankful, Time, Trust, Trust the Process -
It’s A Process
When you choose to follow Jesus, life doesn’t transform overnight. Change rarely happens rapidly—it unfolds gradually. This walk with Him is a process, and during that process, the enemy loves to attack your mind. He whispers lies to make you believe you’ve chosen the wrong side. He’ll tell you that you must follow a rigid Read more
-
Dear Jesus
Dear Jesus, Even as I walk through valleys where shadows cling like night, I do not fear, for You are beside me. My Lord and my Savior, I lift Your name high, for You alone I glorify and adore. Through every rise and fall, You have been my steady place. When darkness presses in, Your Read more
-
The Seventh Year
I have the urge to quit, but I understand that the only way to overcome this is to let grief run its course. Read more
-
Thank You!!
I don’t say this nearly enough, but thank you for walking this journey with me.Thank you for every read, every comment, and for sharing my blog with others. I pray that Spoken Thoughts has been a light to you in some ways. Your continued support, coming back to sit with my words, means a lot Read more
-
Why Did You Leave?
I was left without a clue, waiting for you to show me who I was supposed to be. How could you leave me defenseless in a world where I was the prey? You were meant to be my protector, but the only one you protected was yourself. For so long, I hated you for leaving. Read more
-
Bittersweet November
November drifts in, carrying the scent of you—soft as memory, heavy as loss. Some days, the sky feels too blue, and I wander through the echoes of everything we once were. I try not to think of you, but the heart is stubborn—it keeps the cold, the warmth, and the way your name once felt Read more
CharWrites, Emotions, Grief, Healing, Journey, Life, Loss, Love, Memories, November, Poem, poetry, Relationships, Spoken Thoughts, Widow -
I Love You, Abba
Sharing the love I have for God is something I do openly with everyone. It’s hard at times using my words to describe the love I have for God, but I’ve tried my best with this poem. Read more
-
Got Faith?
Do you have faith in Him when the path seems impassable? Do you have faith in Him when there is not a speck of food to sustain your loved ones? Do you have faith in Him amidst a looming foreclosure or a crumbling marriage? Do you attempt to orchestrate your miracles, or do you surrender Read more
-
Jesus Is My Strength
In my time of weakness, Jesus gives me the strength to endure. Sometimes, I feel like crying when things seem stacked against me. I dwell in a stressful place, heavily desiring to give up. The people you expect to be there for you suddenly aren’t. You feel hopeless, abandoned, and confused. No one truly grasps Read more
-
Obedience
Lord, I have been following your instructions, but there are times when I feel like you have left me. Father God, I followed your instructions and moved, yet I feel like you have forsaken me. Even though I know you wouldn’t never leave nor forsake me, I still feel utterly alone as I walk in Read more
-
Broken Connection
You were here one minute and gone the next, leaving me wondering where we went wrong. Back-to-back banter used to be our thing until you suddenly became quiet. The connection we shared was undeniably real. Did we rush into something too soon? I have many unanswered questions, but you are not here to answer. Do Read more
-
Wise Counsel
What I want may not be in my best interest; therefore I seek wisdom from the one who knows me best. The nights fill with a haunting longing as I yearn for what could have been. Deep down, I know separating is the right choice, but my heart refuses to release its grip on you. Read more
-
The Chosen
My childhood provided me with the skills to climb, regardless of any obstacles that came my way. It is my belief that God used my childhood to prepare me for the journey ahead. I was merely a child, unaware of my purpose, yet my early years were marked by immense difficulties. It seemed that everything Read more
-
Your Love
Is my reason for surrendering my life to you and following you, Jesus. The trajectory of my life has been positively impacted by your love. You love me unconditionally and request only one thing from me. Why do I find it so difficult to offer my entirety to you? You know my flaws, challenges, moods, Read more
-
Was it Worth It, Jesus?
You made the ultimate sacrifice by dying on the cross for our sins, knowing that many will still not accept you. You ask that we confess with our mouths that you are God’s son and died for our sins. You ask for our obedience to your teachings. You ask us to rely on faith rather Read more
-
My Temple (Short Poems)
By realizing the value of who God created me to be, I have changed the way I treat my temple. “Desires” I am determined to avoid following a path that doesn’t align with my true purpose despite my desires, I will not let my desires cloud my judgment and lead me to believe you are Read more
-
Thoughts of You
A heart filled with gratitude for love after a loss. As I started my day, you came across my mind. How could I not think of you daily when you have captured my heart completely? I have not been one to trust in love easily, yet somehow, you came along and gained my trust. I Read more
-
Until We Meet Again
Although death is unavoidable, it still leaves a gap in your heart when you lose someone you love. Read more
Death, Emotions, Friendship, Grief, Life, Loss, Love, Pain, Poem, poetry, Relationships, Short Poems, Spoken Thoughts, Suffering -
The Promise
Father God, I am grateful to have been guided to this place filled with peace, transformation, progress, and a deeper understanding of your role in my life. Read more
-
You Won’t Ever Get To Know Me
They won’t remember the old me anymore, because my personality has changed; maybe they will now see that I have grown, and those qualities have been buried. Read more
-
Pouring Empty
We can’t pour into others if we are neglecting ourselves. It’s easy to shut down when you feel drained and are pouring from an empty cup. When going through periods like that, it’s wise to recharge and come back wiser and stronger. We can’t pour into others if we are neglecting ourselves. We can’t be Read more
-
A Ray of Light
She was my guide who showed me the meaning of love She was the light I never knew I needed. Right after I first met her, Something in me attached itself to her presence. She was friendly and showed me love. Her home was one of my safe havens. She introduced me to her adorable Read more
-
Haven of Love
My safe place with you. Who knew this place would become the road that led to our union? A place that spoke to every part of us. It was a haven with our names carved into it. In this place, there was no judgment as our vulnerabilities were shared. Our place is where dreams are Read more
-
Kindness
Thank you for your kindness To the kind people I have encountered along the way, I thank you for your kindness, something that seems to have gone obsolete over the years, You didn’t realize how your kindness had helped me when I was having a bad day or just not feeling up to par, Your Read more
-
Give Me My Roses
While I am still here to enjoy them before I am gone, it will be too late. Please give me my roses while I am still in your midst because I don’t know the day or time when I will leave you behind,Let me enjoy their smell and beauty over time as they remind me Read more
-
Appointed Time
A love story like no other as two patiently wait to become one. Two individuals. Strangers in the flesh, but connected in the soul. They are destined for greatness, yet waiting seems to be the most challenging part, as the two have answered the call to marriage. They must keep God’s promises even if things Read more
-
There’s No One Like You
I cherish the love you give me. A love so freely and deeply that words can’t explain it. A love so pure, A love so true, I can’t fathom a day without you near. I will enjoy the sunny days with you, I will dance in the stormy ones as long as I have you Read more
-
A Heart Broken Into A Million Pieces
Yet, he patiently waited for her to choose him. He was the comfort I never knew I needed, He was my rainbow after the storm. In him, my peace has a home. He has awakened a part of me that was dormant, You see, love was no longer my portion. I gave up on love Read more
-
The Memory of Us
Letting go isn’t so easy It’s time for me to release you For time, is no longer on our side. I will cherish the memories and the love I still have for you on the inside. I knew this day would come, and I can finally let you go. The timing wasn’t right for us. Read more
-
“ I Expected “Me” from ‘Them”
When I began to realize that they didn’t support me like I supported them, the blinders were removed from my eyes. I could no longer go hard for people who no longer went hard for me. I don’t care how long I might have known them; their true colors have been exposed, and now I Read more
-
Shorts of Encouragement
We all need those words of enlightenment at times. When feeling my lowest, I write quotes or short inspirational pieces to help me see things clearly. I want to share a few of those with you. I pray that they will be a help to you as they have been a tremendous help to me. Read more
-
The Woman Behind the Words
If you have been following along on my journey, you know I always discuss my relationship with Jesus in one form or another. He changed my life for the better, and I like to testify of His goodness, just in case you don’t know Him. Jesus is the reason I am writing once again. I Read more
-
A Dash of Encouragement
Every person has challenges and difficulties; sometimes, these struggles can feel like an ugly chapter in our story. Whether it’s a past mistake, a painful experience, or a period of intense hardship, these dark moments can shape us in ways we never expected. We must remember that it is often through overcoming these challenges that Read more
-
Life is Precious
In a world where busyness can sneak in, We often take the people we love for granted, We put off special occasions and time spent thinking we can always do it later. We tend to rearrange the ones we love around in our calendar, not realizing time is being wasted, We must prioritize the people Read more
-
I Don’t Do Negativity
I am not here to push anyone into a relationship with Jesus. I am here to share how I once was a broken child who needed a Savior and how my encounter with Him changed the trajectory of my life. Did the change happen quickly or overnight? Of course not. I didn’t want to surrender Read more
-
A Love so Pure
Love is so beautiful yet taken for granted It can’t be manipulated, as many try It flows freely like a stream reaching those in need It’s not only a word but an indescribable feeling It has been given to us by the Creator If you know God, then you know love For God is love Read more
-
Rain of Tears
Knowing it will not stop the rain, I don’t want to open my eyes to the pain, The rain of my tears is being held captive by my fears, I don’t want to open my eyes and witness that you are no longer here with me. The rain will wash away the hurt and pain, Read more
-
I Can’t Move Forward Without…
🌸FAITH🌸 The faith that it took to trust again was something I didn’t think I needed, Somewhere and somehow, I lost the one thing I needed the most. It was something that came to me easily in the past, but somehow, it slipped away when I wasn’t paying attention, I neglected the one thing I Read more
-
I Will Walk With You
I would like to walk with you through the rain,I want to hold you close as you fight through this pain.I want to bring a smile to your face,As I watch the tears cascade down your face.I am sorry my words can’t bring you comfort as you grapple with the loss,I wish I could turn Read more
-
My God Doesn’t Change
The fear of the unknown is what keeps me moving, I am no longer afraid of what lies ahead. For I know the one who goes ahead of me, He has prepared a way for me. So I will walk boldly into all He has called me to be, I place my faith in Him Read more
-
This Isn’t Goodbye
Let go so I may venture out, Let go as I take this next step without you guiding me. You have done all you can do to prepare me for this moment, Now, it’s time for you to let me go. I am ready to conquer this journey, knowing you are only one phone call Read more
-
Guilty
The guilt of surviving had me screaming; it should’ve been me as I watched you fade away. You were the one they needed the most, not me I didn’t possess the strength you had or the attitude to keep pushing forward no matter the obstacles. You were the fighter and the encourager. Why did you Read more
-
Waking Love
My veins were filled with a surge of love, like blood flow, The feeling was both electrifying and intimidating. Did I awaken love prematurely, or were you the one meant for me? You entered my life swiftly and completely transformed it for the better, Your smile had the power to make me weak in the Read more
-
False Call
I tried my best not to fall in love with you. Deep down, I knew you wouldn’t return the love I sought, but my heart wouldn’t listen. Now, I am left with a void that can’t be filled because I fell in love with you, knowing you would never fall in love with me. How Read more
-
The Road to Healing
Letting go of someone can be the hardest thing you have to do. Especially when that one meant so much to you You never imagined that death would do you apart when you commit yourselves to one another. It’s like being caught up in a dream, thinking it will never happen to you, not realizing Read more
-
Forsaken
Growing up seemed impossible for her as she relived every moment of her childhood.A childhood that was bombarded with memories of sadness and grief kept overpowering her mind.It was like she was stuck in the past and couldn’t move on from the pain and trauma.She was mad at the world, but most importantly, at Him.He Read more
-
My Chosen One
How could he possibly be in love with someone he never met He thought to himself, maybe it’s her smile Perhaps it’s the way she carries herself Maybe it’s because she is the missing piece to his soul, or perhaps he has finally lost his mind Whatever the case may be, he couldn’t get her Read more
-
Perception
“She saw what she wanted to see in order to break free.” She doesn’t view things as others you see. She decided to take her eyes off the things drowning her mentally. She changed her perception and found peace in a world filled with chaos and disbelief, making it a place where she could stay Read more
-
The Perfect Love
You may ask if there is such a thing as perfect love, and I am to tell you that the answer is yes. Perfect love is an expression of God’s love for us, and for so long, I was blinded to that fact until the blinders were removed. I had to learn how to reflect Read more
Spoken Thoughts 