'It's a Gift, I Think' covers some (but certainly not all!) of the feelings that writers may experience. The feeling that what you're writing is stupid and that no one will ever want to read it. The fear of criticism. The confusion over why we're so drawn to writing (I'm not the only one who marvels at that, am I?). The desire to make a difference with the words that we are given...

Happiness seems to be slipping through Naomi’s outstretched hand like so many grains of elusive, shining sand...

This summer I need to get my first job, and I have been praying that God would lead me to the right place. Today, this verse caught my eye.

Watching, Waiting, Listening. A poem by Lilyana Page. The trees rustle and swish above streams that gurgle and sing. The birds warble

Intrigued by poetry? The pantoum is easy to learn, with a bit of practice. Here is a simple guide for you to follow.

Is it really in the Bible? You don't have to take my (or anyone else's) word for it. Go ahead and look the verse up for yourself.