Author: A Wellspring of Thought

I am a wife, mother, homeschooler, educator, writer, singer-songwriter...God, people, and nature lover...eclectic. I am passionate about communication and the author of A Wellspring of Thought and When Silence Is Not Golden. Do you want to write a book or need help with a writing project? Let me be your writing coach to help you get your thoughts and ideas into writing or refine and polish your work with my excellent written communication skills. Check out my writing services at: www.awellspringofthought.com/writing-services.
Christian Living, Love, Relationships, Valentine's Day

What Is the Measure of Love? Part I

“‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’  This is the first and greatest commandment. The second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” –Matthew 22:37-39 NET Bible

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How do you measure love? Is it by the cost of what gifts you receive or the things that someone does for you? As we approach Valentine’s Day, I recall the first line of a poem that I first learned in my high school English class. It reads: “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.” (How Do I Love Thee? (Sonnet 43), Elizabeth Barrett Browning 1806-1861). Although this epic poem was written approximately 200 years ago, the question and its response are still worth considering. Instead of looking to understand or measure the depth of someone else’s love for you, you should examine your own heart to see how much and how well you love the people in your life. Your measure of love should be based on whether you truly love as you say you do or as you yourself want to be loved. Continue reading “What Is the Measure of Love? Part I”

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My First Book Signing
Bible Study, Book Signing, Books, Christian Living, Christianity, Church Fellowship, Faith, God, Relationships, Self-help, Uncategorized, Writing

My First Book Signing

A little less than a month ago, I had the opportunity to take part in a book signing event at my church. It was advertised for weeks, before I decided to participate. When I first saw the announcement, it was during my graduation from Disciple Bible Study III. (I’ll tell you more about my experience with Disciple Bible Study in later post.)

Anyway, I was in church sitting in the designated pews with my classmates when the announcement came on the screen.  It was announced that our church’s bookstore was sponsoring it’s ninth annual book signing event. My ears perked up and my mind whirled at the thought. It was as if God was talking to me and telling me that He was opening doors for me. Two of my classmates looked at me immediately and said that I should do it; but I hesitated, saying that I was not ready. Although I had been working on my second book and planning to publish it, I was taking my sweet time, touching it when I felt like it. But, I was really procrastinating more than anything else.  Continue reading “My First Book Signing”