I have recently started writing songs for the recovery community. I have spent over 20 years in 12 step programs. I started in Al-Anon (family/friend of alcoholic), then ACoA (adult child of alcoholic), AA (Alcoholics) and N.A. (Narcotics Anonymous). So yes, I have history. And besides, real life stories are such rich song lyrics! I … Read more
Have you ever watched a person tread water? Moving those arms and legs furiously but never really getting anywhere? It’s exhausting just to watch. Â I mean with all that effort shouldn’t they bee halfway across the ocean by now? Â Yet, this is exactly how I feel right now. Â Like I have been treading water for … Read more
Have you ever run into a Jezebel spirit at work? You know – the one who refuses to listen to any suggestions and takes your words as a threat. The one who retaliates after you question her. Yeah, me too. It is so frustrating. You can shar what you did right and it still doesn’t … Read more
Not every thought is good. Not every thought should be acted upon. With the prevalence of depression and anxiety in our culture, there are ways to intervene. I have been there. I have had situational depression and have been treated for anxiety. So have many  members of my immediate family and many friends too. According … Read more
God knows. And He hears your tears as prayers. We started this Bible study at Church about Depression. I know it’s a good thing. But can I say I am coming unglued? After our second session I went up to the Guest that came to teach us and just hugged her. I said thank you. … Read more
After my post yesterday on the prevalence of Mental Illness in this Nation, I feel compelled to share the only way that I have found to renew my mind. You see, I could relate to that girl.(Here is the post – THE SEMICOLON PROJECT) Â I have had those self-destructive thoughts in my mind for years. … Read more
It’s time we talk about this Church. 20% of youth ages 13-18 are suffering from a mental condition, aka depression or anxiety. Over 18% of us suffer from Anxiety alone according to NAMI. This is one of the most honest posts I have read about what it feels like to live like this. How are … Read more
Keeping your sanity – when you are sleeping with the enemy. Let me share a story. I came to the Lord during a time of crisis in my life. Isn’t that how it goes? Anyway, I was charmed by the ‘snake’ just like Eve in the garden. His talk was smooth, he was absolutely charming, … Read more
Water ~Copyright 2015 Diana Rasmussen This longing inside I just can’t hide I hunger and thirst for your love deep inside Let’s smile and laugh until the sun goes down Let’s play, pick me up daddy please I dive in your mercy I jump in your grace I’m splashing around till I see The water … Read more
Hope – it was the number one word searched for in Google in 2014. We are all looking for Hope. She is friends with PEACE and JOY too. Once you are with those three, anything can happen! Here is a video I made a while back when I was searching for HOPE. Guess what? I … Read more
After doing research on the Jezebel Spirit and how she was a witch, I decided to dig further. I am not an expert in this area. I am a willing vessel of the Lord and share what He shows me. It may be that I am more sensitive to this spirit because I have lived … Read more
Use all of the crayons? Yes. God is creating a Masterpiece – it’s you. He is the Master Creator. And we are His Creation. He is creating a beautiful life in you, even if it doesn’t seem like it today. You are His pride and joy. He has your picture on His refrigerator and in … Read more