“Why are you here?” “She’s gone.” “Yes. I know she’s gone.” “I miss her.” “I appreciate that you miss her.” “I don’t know how I’ll carry on. She meant so much to me, she did so much for me. How am I supposed to keep going?” “Did she give you the impression to see her […]
Read More Now Carry OnThey put you in a box. This is how you’re supposed to be. This is what you’re supposed do. This is how you’re supposed to feel. This is where you belong. They put you in a box. Yet the box does not fit. And as it does not fit it hammers in. It squeezes in. […]
Read More Lost and BrokenWhere were you? Of all the people who neglected me, I didn’t expect you to be one. When I needed you the most, you weren’t there. Where were you? When you needed someone, I was right there. Weeping with you, sobbing with you, standing by you, understanding you, supporting you, encouraging you. Where were you? […]
Read More Dryden Shorts: Unexpected Neglect“What’s that, Dad?” “What’s what, son?” “What’s that in your hand?” “Haven’t you seen a pen before?” “Sure I have, but I’ve never seen you with one before. You’re usually on the laptop or on your phone. What’s with this new fangled device you’re using with this piece of paper.” “Ha, ha ha. Very funny, […]
Read More About A PenEvery day, we have the chance to show who is in charge. We make decisions that clearly shows that there are forces that have control in our situation. We make the choices that highlights what has the steering wheel of the vehicle of life. This issue can be a thorny and touchy subject for some. […]
Read More Who Rules? Your Kingdom ComeI had a conversation with my first-born and from it I invited her to share what she had to say. The following is given exactly as she expressed it with no editing on my part. I submit this for your consideration. For His Name’s Sake Shalom C. L. J. Dryden As the oldest daughter, […]
Read More Conforming to ConflictWhat if the name is the most valuable thing there is? Imagine being told, I’m really sorry it’s come to this. We have to let you go. Although we appreciate the years of service you’ve given, this latest matter is too serious to overlook. Bringing the name into disrepute is a serious charge. One that […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – Value in the Name“It’s cold in here.” grumbled Keith. “Put on your coat then.” suggested Kath. “… I have now. It’s still cold.” “Well give it some time, get yourself cosy in that coat. You’ll warm up.” “Aren’t you cold?” “It’s alright, Keith. I’m just grateful to be alive.” “You’re always on about being grateful for this and […]
Read More If You Have Sense You’ll Give ThanksThere is a definition of the term invest that refers to giving something into an endeavour with the expectation of having a return higher than what was originally given. There is also another meaning of the term invest where someone is given a quality of some sort. That leaves an intriguing thought to consider about […]
Read More Invest in the Business“Read it,” he said, “remind yourself of where you’re coming from and what you agreed to do.” That piece of advice was essential. So much had happened for Gavin over the last seven years. His star had rocketed. The success came in at a rate he had not bargained for. It was exhilarating at first, […]
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