Then, a luminous presence flashed into consciousness for a tenth of a second, and I recognized that this very presence had been interceding for my soul since before time began, a realization which brings me to tears to this day. With a single gesture the presence commanded me to get up o...
changeable, or fickle, often with little or no rational basis behind it. We use it to describe anything from a sudden shift in mood to erratic decision-making. The word is pronounced “ka-PRISH-us.” It’s a term that neatly encapsulates the feeling of being at the mercy of forces...
the moments that I describe and the lessons I take away, those are the stories of my life. If you remember the magic of your morning, that’s your story. If
Whilst reading the passages that describe the death, destruction, and fighting, one can almost feel, and smell, as if they lived the very moment. The fact that Remarque describes how the soldiers slowly become disillusioned with the war, makes these images more impactful for me. He explains ...
The adjective “spine-tingling” can refer to a chilling, heart-thumping type of fright, but can also describe thrilling suspense about an unknown situation. Example: As Mr. Pettigood stood frozen gazing at the ransom letter, a spine-tingling draft billowed through the drawing room, as if ...
"What pen can describe the tears, the lamentations, the agonies, theanimated remonstrancesof the unfortunate prisoners?" "She was a woman of many accomplishments and virtues, graceful in her movements, winning in her address, a kind friend, a faithful and loving wife, a most affectionate mother...
Set goals? Describe whatever inner landscape I’m experiencing that day? I keep missing days, and the amount of reflection that is required at the beginning of each week feels impossible: Reflect On This Week — Reset Next Week. How can I do this when each week feels daunting?
Our beloved John passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday evening. There are no words to describe how much we’ll miss him. Details of a celebration of his life will follow. Share this: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Tumblr Pinterest ...
I’ve often seen this image to describe what it would look like in ancient times: In this sense, the truth keeps us from tripping over our own feet. Is that not what happens we listen to and believe the lies of the enemy? Girding our loins gives us freedom to fully step into the ...
Henley uses imagery and metaphors to describe the setting of his poem. The poem portrays Henley as a person who is struggling to succeed in a hard battle against the darkness and an untouchable sense of objects: “I thank whatever gods may be, For my unconquerable soul. / I have not ...