When I traversed many sky miles last month, I was able to catch the in-flight movie, Grace of Monaco. The film was criticised by the children of Princess Grace as “needlessly glamorized and historically inaccurate…Therefore, the Princely Family wishes to stress that this film in no way constitutes a biopic. It recounts one rewritten, needlessly glamorized page in…
Author: Karen E. Young
Sharing the journey of fumbling my way to pleasing Jesus as His follower, as a wife, mother, businesswoman/ entrepreneur, cook/baker, employer, writer, occasional singer, lifelong learner, and aspiring dancer.
Lost and Found: Danger of Being the “Non-Prodigal”
The “Lost and Found” message had been impressed in my heart since I visited one of my mentors, Heidi, in Canada last month. One sunny day, we were strolling along the breezy, beautiful streets of Steveston when I realised that my scarf that I double-tied to my bag was lost. Exposed to my husband’s…
Alternative to Suicide
News update: http://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2014/09/09/1367141/who-someone-commits-suicide-every-40-seconds http://www.philstar.com/health-and-family/2015/07/08/1474681/look-suicide-rates-around-world-one-map Robin Williams’s suicide on the news was a shock. What a deep and tragic loss. It seemed he had everything to live for… It’s hard to say from the outside who is okay and who isn’t. A few years ago, I had a fellow parent. She looked fine; no reason to think…
Psalm 23 “Japanese Version” for the Busy Person by Toyi Miyashiro
The Lord is my pace-setter: I shall not rush. He makes me stop and rest for quiet intervals He provides me with images of stillness. Which restores my serenity. He leads me in the way of efficiency through calmness of mind And his guidance is peace. Even though I have a great many things to…
Me And His Shadow
Psalm 91:1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Whoever -Anyone, no one will be turned away dwells – who chooses to live , settle in, stay, abide, follow, submits in the Shelter – protection, shield, cover, shade, screen, safeguard, preservation, cushion, guard, insulation of…
Does Race Matter?
I have a dear friend who is sad and ashamed every now and then that she is born of Chinese descent—when for example she hears of news that Chinese businessmen cheat or do things that show no integrity, when she witnesses Chinese people say common expressions that demonstrate how they feel superior as a race and…
Do You Desire To Not Pass On Dysfunction to Your Children?
Here is a video teaching from Pastor Jimmy Evans:
If You Think God Isn’t For You
Have you ever had these thoughts: God doesn’t love you God has left you God doesn’t answer prayers God hasn’ always been there for you God is not for you. I invite you to watch this video shared by Pastor Ricky Sarthou on July 27, 2014 in his message “Respond with Integrity“. This is Kyle’s…
10 Beauty Secrets That Won’t Hurt Your Pocket
Did you hear that over $426 billion a year are spent by women on beauty products? There aren’t enough lifetimes nor money for a woman to try all the ubiquitous beauty advice, products, and services peddled from every corner of the eye. But no need to part with cash today! The Ultimate Beauty Book has costless…
A Sex Video Worth Watching
This is the best sex video everyone should watch: Fifty Shades of Grace
BUTTERFLY IN THE SPRING 