Echoes of Wisdom in My Life…

Words have always been my compass, leading me through life’s twists and turns. As a self-proclaimed wordsmith, I find comfort and meaning in the sentences, stories, and sayings that have shaped my perspective. From childhood, I was immersed in a world of words—my mother spoke wisdom daily, often without me realizing it at the time, and my grandparents wove stories rich with lessons and humor. Their voices still echo in my memory, reminding me that the right words can offer guidance, hope, or a much-needed laugh.

I am a word person, a writer, a wordsmith I like to say. I have loved to read since I was a child, loved school, and had a mother who spoke wisdom and words to guide and lead me even when I did not realize it. I grew up with grandparents who were story tellers of great worth. There are so many words of wisdom, Bible passages, and old quotes from old movies, various people,  even Presidents and scholars, poets, and just people that I find oozing from my mind at the seemingly right time. This thought from today put into my mind has had words floating about all morning. From my mother, “Kill then with Kindness” this means for me that no matter what comes at me from others, be kind, if it stings a little, there is no reason to let their ugly change you.

This one, “Remember if you can’t say something nice, say something funny” also is one I live by. I am at times quite the comedian, have even been told I should try stand up… But these words keep me nice, make me swallow the insanity and come out the other side of whatever they are throwing at me. Sometimes we all struggle, I can’t fix anyone but me, but I can share a smile and a laugh and at times help someone change their mindset.

But my constant is, “God is within her, she will not fail. He will help her at break of day” Psalm 46:5 This is my mantra most days… every day. It reminds me of who I am and that I am not alone. Another one, from my Pawpaw Ellis, that keeps me in the light, “A man’s word is his bond.” It reminds me to be honorable, honest, and trustworthy and that the promises I make have consequences and affect others. These are only a few, I have many… They are summoned up from my memories and heart as life and its circumstances change and evolve. I am fortunate and grateful to have had so many words stick, words that matter….