Author Archives: thewritertracy

About thewritertracy

Writer, Mom, Lover of books, travel, family, friends and fun.

Lessons Learned

Posted on May 29, 2014 by thewritertracy

If God had put me in charge of the great outdoors, it would not be a pretty sight. Because the truth is, I have tried and failed at growing many things. Plants. Flowers. Tomatoes. Strawberries. So about two years ago … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, Uncategorized | Tagged faith, family life, gardening, inspiration, life lessons, values, work | 3 Comments

Join the Club: When it’s Time to Pay It Forward

Posted on May 16, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source: http://community.sparknotes.com/2010/08/19/blogging-wuthering-heights-part-10 The older woman looked down into the stroller and smiled, “How old is she?” “Eight weeks,” I answered. We went on to chat about babies and sleep and 2:00 am feedings while she rang up my clothing … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, God, gratitude, humor, inspiration, life lessons, miracles, parenting, trials, Uncategorized | Tagged faith, family life, god, gratitude, grief, inspiration, kids, life lessons, motherhood, parenthood, pay it forward, sadness | 6 Comments

Why I Risk Disappointment

Posted on May 7, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo courtesy of: http://swimwearandlingerie.wordpress.com/2011/11/01/cheerleaders-large-jungle-cats-and-lingerie/ Here’s something you may not know about me: I am rooting for you. I root for (almost) everyone. I want people to achieve their dreams. To overcome obstacles. To learn, grow and live a happy … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, Goals, God, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, marriage, miracles | Tagged brokeness, faith, god, healing, inspiration, love, miracles, movies, The Shack | Leave a comment

How I Keep My Memories Alive

Posted on April 30, 2014 by thewritertracy

At first, I thought it was overkill. But now, I’m so glad she did it. Last weekend was my middle girl’s prom. A big ordeal for all teens everywhere, but an even bigger one for my girl. A girl … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, gratitude, humor, inspiration, kids, life lessons, parenting, Uncategorized | Tagged children, family, kids, memory lane, parenting, technology | 8 Comments

Why It’s Good To Be Irresponsible

Posted on April 18, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source:http://www.cafepress.com/jackthelads/6755005 I’m just going to say it, and believe me; it’s hard to admit: I’m such a Martha. And this is not a good thing. The Martha I’m referring to is the one in the Bible. You know, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, Goals, God, gratitude, humor, inspiration, life lessons, Uncategorized | Tagged balance, faith, family life, happiness, inspiration, life lessons | 5 Comments

Choosing to Live Your Best Life

Posted on April 9, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source: http://bestcookingoilswallpaper.blogspot.com/2012/08/lasagna-pan_31.html It was Sunday and we were having lasagna, food a friend cooked for us, something others often do when you lose a loved one. It was then that I did it. I reached into my pantry and … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, God, gratitude, humor, inspiration, Risk, trials, Uncategorized | Tagged faith, family, family life, god, inspiration, life, life lessons, trials | 17 Comments

The Best Way to Go

Posted on March 12, 2014 by thewritertracy

It was an impulsive move. But somehow at the time, it felt right. Later though, I experienced a smidgen of regret. photo source: http://www.qcveterans.com/Veterans_Funeral_Plan.html We were sitting in our lawyer’s office, my husband and I, going over our will. All … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, gratitude, humor, life lessons, Uncategorized | Tagged books, death, family life, humor, life lessons | 6 Comments

Tom Petty, Dominoes & Lessons I’m Learning

Posted on March 5, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source: http://www.insidesocal.com/tomhoffarth/2013/04/30/books-were-just-going-to-have-to-wait-for/ I think Tom Petty nailed it. Because truly, when the stakes are high, when our hearts are invested, when we want to know what the future holds oh so badly, the waiting is the hardest part. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, God, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, Risk, trials, Uncategorized | Tagged faith, god, gratitdue, inspiration, life lessons, risk, trials | 4 Comments

The 4 Keys to Finding Patience

Posted on February 19, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo courtesy of: http://iheart7.com/2011/11/giving-children-their-privacy-nablopomo/ WE were at a stand off. I wanted her to do it, and she was refusing. Resolution was nowhere in sight. So I gave up, because this week of all weeks is not the week to … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, gratitude, humor, inspiration, kids, life lessons, parenting, trials, Uncategorized | Tagged family life, humor, kids, life lessons, parenthood, trials | 12 Comments

Why We Need Friends, God & Wine

Posted on February 13, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo courtesy of: http://shaswa.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/help-yourself-by-helping-others/ “What can I do to help?” It was a simple question, but one for which I didn’t have an answer. The fact that my friend asked in the first place; this was enough. Her gesture, her … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family Life, God, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, miracles, trials, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged angels, divine intervention, faith, god, hope, inspiration, peace, tough times, trials | 9 Comments