Warrior of Ashes

Discovering Play

“We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” George Bernard Shaw Remember those days as a kid when you would awake a new day for adventures to behold. The warm sun upon your face, fresh wind in the air, cool creeks, and the endless wonder of the woods.Continue reading “Discovering Play”

Facing Potential Loss

“I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. ‘Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death.” Thomas Paine As you grasp for your dream toContinue reading “Facing Potential Loss”

Find Rest

” Rest when you’re weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your mind, your spirit. Then get back to work.” Ralph Marston I struggled writing this blog to find the right words to convey my thoughts and express my heart. This blog has not been an exercise of restfulness; instead, filled with self-imposed expectations andContinue reading “Find Rest”

Restore the Warrior Within

It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; whoContinue reading “Restore the Warrior Within”

Setting a New Course

“I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand. Henceforth will I apply all my efforts to become the highest mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy.” Og Mandino Having a purpose and goalsContinue reading “Setting a New Course”

Fighting for the Hope that’s Within

Hope itself is like a star — not to be seen in the sunshine of prosperity, and only to be discovered in the night of adversity. CHARLES SPURGEON I stand here looking at the destruction of my life because of the choices I have made. The house I once worked hard to build now hasContinue reading “Fighting for the Hope that’s Within”

The First Step

Being Vulnerable Creates Connection As I stand at the door of decision, there is a fear that washes over me which keeps my hand from turning the knob. I cannot go out there because of who I am. For I am a monster that devours the hearts of those close to me. “What if” statementsContinue reading “The First Step”