Is the Gift Card Still Valid?

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com The pain jabbing in my leg muscle and hip kept waking me up at night.  When I walked, the pain radiated.  Trying not to limp proved difficult in my own strength, despite my best efforts to try to focus one foot in front of the other....

The Stone with Power

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com Yes, I kissed the Blarney Stone. Not because I believed that stone would do anything (which I don’t) and not because I believed it has any special power (which it doesn’t) but because I wanted to experience it for myself. To see this...

The Beep Goes On

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com Beep.Beep.Beep.Beep. The sound seemed to be coming from me, but I checked my phone and that wasn’t it. Beep.Beep.Beep.Beep.  People in the hospital waiting room turned to look at me. Beep.Beep.Beep.Beep. What was that? Could that...

Seeking Shelter in the Storm

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com The rainstorm caught us by surprise.  My friend and I were strolling along in the expansive tourist gardens enjoying our visit together when the rain started with sprinkles and rapidly moved into a downpour. We seemed to be at the...

Love is the Answer

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com It’s tough out there.  In the world. Loneliness is increasing.  Suicide rates are high.  Close friendships are declining. Love is the answer. Love is the answer for the one who desperately needs someone to reach out. Love is the...

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