by Joy Dunlap | May 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.com Giant heads surrounded me. The faces of a wide-eyed child, a bearded old man and a mocha-skinned woman wearing sunflowers tucked behind her ears, plus a lion, an owl, a rooster, a ram and more characters stared at me from the walls...
by Joy Dunlap | May 13, 2019 | Lessons along Life's Journey
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.comWhether traveling for business, pleasure – or on the journey of life, these travel tips can make the experience more enjoyable. Travel Light: The more packed the baggage you’re carrying, the less space you’ll have for new...
by Joy Dunlap | May 8, 2019 | Joy, Lessons along Life's Journey, Strength
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.comIce meltsHearts softenI am here, says God.Tulips bloom Friendship startsI am here, says God.Roses bloom Souls uniteI am here, says God.Water flowsThirst quenchedI am here, says God.Fear findsDoubt disruptsI am here, says God.Storms...
by Joy Dunlap | Apr 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.comA construction vehicle thwarted my plan to wow my visiting friend with an impressive view of Duke’s majestic chapel on campus. Likewise, our view of the splendor, wisdom and power of God can be obstructed by our worldly endeavors –...
by Joy Dunlap | Apr 2, 2019 | Fulfillment, Joy-Full, Strength, Tips for Living a Full Life
©Joy Dunlap https://joydunlap.comWe’ve all been there. Deflated. The promotion we expected doesn’t come.The pregnancy we hoped for doesn’t happen.The raise we worked for isn’t given. Our team doesn’t make it to the playoffs.Our son or daughter gets rejected by a...