Monthly Archives: June 2011

Into the Night

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Lisette d. Johnson

“Nothing in the world is more flexible and yielding than water. Yet when it attacks the firm and the strong, none can withstand it, because they have no way to change it. So the flexible overcome the adamant, the yielding … Continue reading →

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Important Days

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Lisette d. Johnson

‘Mom, this is the most important day in my life so far.’ I am crying as I attempt to tie his tie, closely following the directions I’ve noted, with no success. Finally frustrated because we are running out of time, … Continue reading →

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The Unbearable Weight Of Being

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Lisette d. Johnson

 I have a friend who feels called to carry God’s message. As I struggle with writing this blog, my book, and public speaking I keep thinking about that. He feels God chose him. He’s accepted the challenge with such grace. I … Continue reading →

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Hidden

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Lisette d. Johnson

I’m pulled into another memory that emerges seemingly from nowhere. An unidentified visual or sound triggers an image of M and I arguing in the kitchen. I want to go to the store for a yellow onion. We have a … Continue reading →

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