Spark and Spitfire

Hell hath no fury like a woman inspired

April 20, 2026

Wonder and Grief

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  • February 4, 2021

    Succumbing to a Broken Heart

    Losing a child to suicide is unbearable. It is a heartache no one can heal. Continue reading

    Succumbing to a Broken Heart
  • December 4, 2020

    Ignite 12/4/2020

    I always thought I would have the opportunity to announce my retirement. Instead I had to face the reality of no longer being relevant. Continue reading

    Ignite 12/4/2020
  • December 2, 2020

    Going to Pieces

    I was addicted, but how I became addicted wasn’t all that puzzling. Continue reading

    Going to Pieces
  • November 25, 2020

    COVID Thanksgiving

    You know Thanksgiving will be different this year when you can’t find a fresh turkey that weighs less than 15 pounds, and you’re only cooking for two. Continue reading

    COVID Thanksgiving
  • November 24, 2020

    Blinded by the Light

    What was that thing in the middle of the field? A dead animal? A blanket? Worse, a baby wrapped in a blanket? Continue reading

    Blinded by the Light
  • November 20, 2020

    Ignite 11/20/2020

    More extraordinarily rare, untold Bible stories. Continue reading

    Ignite 11/20/2020
  • November 19, 2020

    Eye Openings 11/19/20

    Why had I purchased 200+ pieces of art for a small, 840-square-foot home with limited wall space? Continue reading

    Eye Openings 11/19/20
  • November 17, 2020

    The Next Chapter

    Carrying around an untold story is a bitch. Continue reading

    The Next Chapter
  • November 14, 2020

    Aglow 11/14/2020

    A poem by Sarah Ruhl to celebrate the 16th anniversary of the sweet and hilarious relationship shared by Adrienne and Sharon. ADDRESSED TO THE GODS OF UNNECESSARY LABORS Some say: to do the necessary task is greatness;I say: do the… Continue reading

    Aglow 11/14/2020
  • November 13, 2020

    Ignite 11/13/2020

    It’s Friday, the 13th . . . a tough day during a tough time. But wait, there’s good news! Don’t let on because this is a surprise . . . it’s my youngest sister’s BIRTHDAY! Continue reading

    Ignite 11/13/2020
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