Kara's Soft Words

I was surprised and confused.  I was sitting in church (last August) when the announcement was made that my father would be preaching for the upcoming Friday night's service. I got home, called my parents, and they laughed as they confirmed what I'd heard. Almost a year after leaving Maryland, I was finally going to be able to see my brother and father- in person! I was definitely looking forward to it! At the time, I was still working at a pizza restaurant and thankfully, the only day  I'd actually requested off was the exact day that they would be free to hang out. (I was basically working- every single day.😓) I proceeded to get on my family's nerves. I was trying to figure out what time Dad & Phillip would arrive in Texas, what airline they were traveling with, the airport they were flying into. . . everything! Nobody was giving me the details😔 but I did get a text when they got settled in their hotel room. On Thursday, we met up for dinner. They picked me up...

PC: The Storyteller Co./Morgan Harper Nichols I didn't anticipate writing another post so soon but I have been *positively* overwhelmed by the response to  God Speaking {Even Me} ! I feel like I owed you all somewhat of an explanation as well as some updates 😊. Generally Speaking: I've realized that because I haven't spoken on certain situations that I've experienced or dealt with, some people assume that those things aren't issues for me. (Not true😐.) I want to be honest and transparent so that people understand--> we ALL go through the same types of things. And if my lessons can be blessings for you, so be it. Whenever you read my writing, my prayer is that you feel like I'm a friend, cousin, sister, or just a nice person who simply wants to encourage & inspire you.  Before the Post : I was feeling "some type of way"- for real. . . It caught me off-guard because during the weekend, I felt good! I had posted It Keeps Happening by Kierra ...

"Lord, I hear of showers of blessings Thou art scattering full and free Showers the thirsty souls refreshing Let some drops now fall on me. . . Bless me Protect me Direct me Even me, Lord" {Even Me - Yolanda Adams} "What are you asking for- [right] now?"  My close girlfriend posed the question and I was speechless. "What do you mean?" I asked. We were discussing life and I told her that I was feeling behind. . . that I needed to make progress in order to feel more stable in some areas. "You've already accomplished so much- in a year!" It was hard for me to hear this because I just wasn't seeing it that way, at the moment. She began to list things I had done and I slowly saw the light (lol). She was saying that if I felt like I still wanted or needed things, I should consider what I was asking for. I told her that I didn't know where to start. She caught me off-guard when she said that she wanted to share a scripture with me. It was  J...

Recently, I had the privilege of serving as the Commencement Speaker for Wye River Upper School (Centreville, MD). I hope these words inspire and encourage you. And yes- I've written about lemonade before 😏 . Feel free to check out Strawberry Lemonade (2013) . -------- Good Evening, Mrs. ___, Mrs. ___, Trustees, teachers, families, friends, and most of all- our 2020 graduates. It is an honor to be with you, tonight. While none of us expected the circumstances that we are currently facing, I truly believe these last few months have represented a significant lesson. . . Sometimes LIFE simply does not go according to our plan. Sometimes it is full of unexpected twists and turns. One of my mentors recently posted a thought that I would like to share with you. “It’s not about the hand you are dealt; it’s the cards you choose to play.” That is the basis of tonight’s speech. Many of you already know me but for those who are unfamiliar, please allow me to provid...

A couple of nights ago, I was watching tv when I started thinking about credit. . . I'm not referring to credit in the financial sense but public acknowledgement or praise, typically given or received when a person's responsibility for an action or idea is made apparent (Dictionary.com) . I thought about it from a few different angles. . . 1.) As a writer, it bothers me when I see people post or share thoughts as if they've come up with original creations when, in actuality, they simply aren't citing the source. {In general, I believe that people should be acknowledged for their work.} 2.) However, I realize that there are times when the work someone has done may be more important than putting the spotlight on the person who is responsible for it. 3.) Most importantly. . .  I never want to take credit for anything that God has done or will do- especially when it's obviously something that only He could do. #3 really stuck with me as I turned ...

Sometimes. . . our best days are unexpected/unplanned. That's what I was reminded of as I wrapped up my Christmas Break in Maryland. After almost an entire year in Texas, I finally was able to make my way back and spend some time with loved ones. (I'd seen my immediate family- multiple times since moving though😉.) Anyway. . . during my last day in Maryland, I had a few non-negotiable errands to run and stops to make but I decided to be somewhat  spontaneous as well. After visiting a member of my family's church and then surprising 2 of my dear friends, I headed to my favorite location in Chestertown- the dock at the end of High Street. Most people know that that has been my relaxing/regrouping spot (for years). The water is calming to me so there have been many times that I would drive down there- just to sit and think. Although January 3, 2020 was gloomy, I still decided to head down and check it out. As I parked, I noticed a young woman. And as I wa...