by Quinnise Pettway | Jun 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
Before my first daughter was born, I could only imagine who she would look like. Would she have her father’s eyes? Would she have her mommy’s nose? Would she smile like daddy? I had my thoughts and hopes, but when she arrived was when the truth was revealed. Now,...
by Quinnise Pettway | May 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
As graduation season is upon us, I thought it would be fitting to share some godly wisdom that my mother shared with my sisters and me as we ventured to college. I am the youngest of three girls. I can remember back when my two older sisters went off to college...
by Quinnise Pettway | May 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
Raise your hand if you like to be told “no.” I am waiting… I did not see one hand go up. Not even mine! When most of us ask for something that we want, “no” is not the answer we are seeking. We want to hear that exciting three-letter word...
by Quinnise Pettway | Apr 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
Once upon a time, long ago, pre-pandemic, my church held baby dedications. After Pastor blessed each baby, he would present a Bible to the father and a rose to the mother. While presenting the rose, he would state, “I want to present this rose to encourage...
by Quinnise Pettway | Mar 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
I vividly remember the births of both of my children like they were yesterday. As I held them in my arms, I remember thinking how beautiful they were. I remember praying over them and thinking of all the possibilities for their lives. I recall...
by Quinnise Pettway | Mar 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
Raise your hand if you like Girl Scout cookies? Which cookie is your favorite? Is it Thin Mints? Trefoils? Tagalongs? Do-si-dos? Lemonades? In my household, Samoas are the winner! My oldest came down for a snack while her little sister was napping one...
