Earlier Faith and Good Courage Journal Entries
These are the stories that came before, the ones written on long drives, quiet mornings, and the kinds of days that shape us more than we admit.
They may be farther down the road, but they still carry dust, grace, and a little diner coffee. Settle in and take your time.
The Compassion Deficit
A reminder that grace grows in small choices that anyone can make.
The Prayer at the Edge of the Counter
No one grows up dreaming of pouring coffee with bitterness in their chest.
The Road Curves Toward Others
You don’t need to be a mechanic to offer kindness.
We Saw Her
If you’ve got a heart that still hurts for a stranger… hold onto it.
He Followed Me Everywhere
A quiet cross-country tale about presence, healing, and the love that never leaves.
The Freezer Light Still Works
A reflection on flickering faith and what still shines when everything else shuts down.
Sing Like Nobody’s Listening
A story about finding your voice again — even if it cracks a little.
The Mohawk Moment
A roadside haircut, a bold decision, and the courage to become who you are.
Coffee, Grief, and Clean Sheets
Grief shows up in unexpected ways — sometimes with fresh linens and diner coffee.
Sky Doing Its Thing
A sky so beautiful it made you stop the car — and maybe your thoughts, too.
Ice Machine is Broken
What a busted motel appliance can teach you about inconvenience, grace, and letting go.
One Cup, Two Chairs
A moment of shared stillness, and the sacredness of showing up without answers.
What The Burros Know
Sometimes wisdom has hooves and a bad attitude. But it still shows up right on time.
The Woman At Roy’s
A last-minute detour. A roadside chat. A reminder that grace travels light.
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