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Diane Virginia: Show ‘n Tell
We taught the daycare children by example, and you were with me.” Mrs. Gertrude said, tickling her granddaughter, Sharon’s side. …
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Psalm 139:6-9 TLB
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Continue reading →Martin Wiles: VineWords Contributor Interview
Thank you, Martin, for interviewing with VineWords. We are delighted to learn about your writing passion. Q: Why do you write? What drives you? A: What drives me is the possibility of going insane if I don’t write. I write what I do because I want others to experience God’s love through true stories with biblical application—much as Jesus did. Like the prophet Jeremiah, stories burn in my body, and they must come out. My hope is to encourage others, … Continue reading →
Diane Virginia: Mema’s Gifts
Frankie and Michelle waited at the bay window for the mail truck to arrive. Frankie propped his Ba-Ba Bear on top of the sofa so he could watch too. Michelle read a primer. …
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Diane Virginia: The Christmas Cardigan
Tiny streams meandered toward the red brick steps leading to the veranda. White colonnades, wooden rockers, and potted evergreens added elegance to this stately home. It was a picturesque morning. That is, it would have been, except for the turmoil within. …
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Diane Virginia: When Cancer Strikes
THE DIAGNOSIS “You have breast cancer,” the surgeon said, “and because of your family history, I recommend a double-mastectomy.” She showed me photos of the procedure while explaining her credentials. “It’s imperative that we get this done right away.” I was still processing the “You have cancer,” statement so the photos became a blur. Long story–I persuaded her to do a lumpectomy. “If you’ll follow-up with radiation, I will permit this,” she said, escorting me to the front desk. “You’re … Continue reading →
Diane Virginia: It’s a New Day
If I do not the works of my Father, believe me not. But if I do, though ye believe not me, believe the works: that ye may know, and believe, that the Father is in me, and I am in him. ~John 10:37-38 KJV Hello Friend, If you would like to know Jesus, we at VineWords encourage you to read my testimony and say the prayer below. Saying “yes” to Jesus is the best decision you’ll ever make. He will … Continue reading →
Diane Virginia: Angela’s Apple (Original Version)
Angela sliced the apple into equal sections, carefully, precisely, and distributed them. By the time she served her husband Victor, there wasn’t much left! I do not recall how many ate of the apple—Five? Perhaps six? That detail I have no recollection of, but Angela’s kind act I remember well. …
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