These photos happened last July on a day I walked our wildflower fields the way I often do. It’s my…
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Retreat! A Writing Essay
I started this writing retreat with high hopes. The set purpose of intentional, dedicated time would bring results my word…
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When It Makes No Sense – A Nature Essay
When It Makes No Earthly Sense – A Nature Essay – by Joy DeKok He (Jesus) said to them, “Cast…
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It Could Happen – A Nature Essay
It Could Happen – A Nature Essay – Joy DeKok Author Note: I have no idea if this young blue…
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Places and Things – A Writing Essay
As a reader, I sometimes find myself attached to where the story takes place before connecting with the characters. It started with Laura Ingalls Wilder – the prairie fascinated me. Later, reading Perry Mason mysteries, it was the courtroom. When Jan Karon’s Mitford series released, I never wanted to leave town.
The Tree I Love – An Essay
The other day, on my way to the tree I love, I was distracted by loveliness along the way – a normal occurrence for me.
She Isn’t Me – Between the Lies
Some of you who have read Between the Lies have asked if Olivia’s abuse story is also mine. After all, authors write what they know – right?
Not always. None of the men in my family or life hurt me that way.
Living in the Gray
Living in the Gray I love walking in the fog. Being surrounded by mystery and mist is both calming and…
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Behind the Lies – Free Prologue and Chapter 1
Behind the Lies Copyright Joy DeKok, 2020 Prologue All the lovey-dovey moments of move-in day faded by the next…
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Awkward – String of Beads
I was down by the pond, and one sturdy little plant stood out to me. My first thought was “Awkward.” Starring at it, I said to God, “Just like me, Lord.”
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