You

Written By Debbie Prather

We’re looking for love

We’re looking for connection

We’re looking for acceptance and approval

We’re looking to hang on

We never want to let go

We crave community

We crave loyalty, safety

We want to be known

And admired

We seek beauty

We seek passion

We seek comfort and contentment

We want good health

And always the best location and view

But what we’re really looking for, deep down within our souls, is You

Psalm 42:2 As the deer longs for streams of water, So my soul longs for you, Oh God.

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Embracing Humanity: Lessons from Irish Encounters
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We grasped hands and held tightly, probably longer than appropriate considering we were mere strangers at the start. But our short yet profound conversation bonded us in a serendipitous way.

"Mind yourself," he said, with a sudden solemnity before releasing his grip. "God bless you."

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What Good Is It?
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Can I be honest?

I’ve been pretty discouraged lately.

Or, more specifically, discouraged with how technology has changed us.

Yesterday, I was in a waiting room and it hit me like it does every time—we don’t talk to each other anymore.

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Dear Younger Me
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Dear Younger Me
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May 14, 1985 

Dad died in the hospital today. Why, why, why, why, why? Why wasn't I taken instead? Mom, Karen, and the boys could live fine without me. How will any of us survive without Dad?

June 9, 2023 

Dear Younger Me, 

These are such good questions.

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Debbie Prather

Debbie Prather is a people-loving introvert with a weakness for powerful, redemptive tales. She pens personal essays with universal themes and is open with her experiences to make others comfortable to be open with theirs. Debbie’s faith, family, and friends inspire her words and creative works. Her passion for reading and community have led to the start of two active, long-standing book clubs. She can often be found at bible study or book club meetings or nestled in a library, bookstore, or on the floor with one of her beloved grand babies.

http://www.debbieprather.com
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