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My Private Whispers and Light Blog

by TeeGateM

Rated: E · Book · Personal · #2350989

Whispers, warmth, and the things that could make life glow.

Welcome to My Private Whispers and Light Blog

Some places we create just for breathing — quiet corners where our thoughts settle, our hearts speak, and the small, bright things in life finally get a voice.
This is mine.

Here, I’m gathering the pieces that make my world feel warm and whole:

• the love of my life and my family
• art in every color and every form
• photos, quotes, and little scribbles that catch me at the soul
• Bible verses that steady me
• daydreams, hopes, and the questions that keep me curious
• wolves, birds, cats, and the creatures I’ve loved since childhood
• podcasts I adore, memes that make me wheeze
• and the writing that threads it all together ✍🏻

I’ve carried these whispers for a long time — tucked into journals, hidden in drafts, scattered across platforms.
Now they finally have a home.

If you’ve wandered in, welcome.
Maybe you came for a poem, a thought, a spark… or maybe curiosity just nudged you here. Whatever the reason, I’m glad you stopped for a moment.

I hope something in this little corner lifts you, warms you, or at least makes you smile.
And if not… well, at least you’ll get to wonder why on earth you’re reading this jumble of thoughts and ideas. 🤣

Either way, the door’s open.
Let’s see where the light leads.

Always kind wishes,
Tee

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10 Most Recent Blog Comments:

Lazy Writer est 4/24/2008

about 5 hours ago
In response to "Her Name is Violet"

A wonderful description of a character! I could see her plainly.

Keep writing
Dianne

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Winter Wonderin' Wanderin'

a day ago
In response to "Bella"

Perhaps this is the best of that expression it's a dog's life. We could all emulate Bella and appreciate the moment.

1 Like

ruwth

Jan 18, 2026 at 7:45pm
In response to "Do You Write Motivation "

TeeGateM,

I had a desire to eventually earn a living (or a supplemental income) as a Freelance Writer.

See my: "Goal: Be a Successful Freelance Writer!"

.

I have lots of things I wanted to share with the world at large—both as an RN, BSN and as a older woman...

I have not managed to share much of anything outside of WdC...

AND, trying to put my thoughts on paper has ALWAYS been a struggle for me...

There have been times when suddenly the words would just flow but I have never been able to make that happen...

These days, it often seems like it takes so much effort, it is not worth it. And, it also has seemed as though my voice is not needed...

However, recently these words from Agnes de Mille's "Martha: The Life and Work of Martha Graham" spoke to me:

There is a vitality, a life force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all of time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and it will be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is nor how valuable nor how it compares with other expressions. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep yourself open and aware to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open. As for you. . . you have a peculiar and unusual gift, and you have so far used about one-third of your talent.”

Those words resonated with me...

I believe them to be true...

---- ruwth

[Visit the entry for more...]

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TeeGateM

Jan 18, 2026 at 5:42am
In response to "Do You Write Motivation "

Do you write because it is a requirement of a job? I am sorry that the act of writing does not bring you joy.

ruwth

Jan 17, 2026 at 5:08pm
In response to "Do You Write Motivation "

You are fortunate. I wish I loved writing. For me, writing feels like torture.

I love some of the things I have written but I do not enjoy the act of writing itself.

TeeGateM

Jan 15, 2026 at 9:47am
In response to "Love of Our Youth"

Thanks.

BIG BAD WOLF is Merry

Jan 15, 2026 at 8:28am
In response to "Love of Our Youth"

Interesting image.

1 Like

TeeGateM

Jan 13, 2026 at 7:37pm
In response to "Stuff and More Stuff and An Oil Painting"

Thank you for the lovely comment about the painting. I truly appreciate it.

My mom worried so much about all the things she would leave behind for me to sort through. She had two large homes, and when my sisters passed, each with homes of their own, she inherited everything they had as well. When she became ill, I suddenly found myself responsible for two houses and three large storage units filled with just about everything under the sun.

Now, three years later, we are finally cleaning out the last storage room. It has been overwhelming. So much stuff. Today we carted off boxes that had never even been opened. It feels endless at times.

Thankfully, the Veterans Administration has helped by picking up furniture and new items they could sell, and Restore has been wonderful too. Even my housekeepers have been taking donations to Goodwill for me. I honestly do not know what we would have done without all the people who have stepped in to help.

I am deeply grateful for every hand that has made this lighter.

Jellyfish is in Cape Verde!

Jan 13, 2026 at 3:28pm
In response to "Stuff and More Stuff and An Oil Painting"

That is a really lovely painting

I think "stuff" can be problematic, especially when living in a small apartment. I have got rid of so much stuff over my life, normally every time I have moved. It's nice to have things of course, but then it becomes a problem for whoever is left after you have gone! Bit morbid I suppose but I can't help thinking that....

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Winter Wonderin' Wanderin'

Jan 13, 2026 at 11:46am
In response to "Just so Me"

Wow, that's an impressive list. My younger sister is a lister. She even has a master list that references the minor lists. I am list-less.

1 Like

February 5, 2026 at 10:12am

#1107631

Bella

She is a peek-a-pom.

Bella and the Simple Joy of Right Now

Some days, happiness looks complicated. Long to-do lists, buzzing phones, plans stacked on plans. And then there are days when happiness looks exactly like this.

Bella stretched out in the grass, tail fluffed like a small cloud, eyes bright, and her favorite red ball tucked close as if it’s the most important treasure in the world.

Bella has a way of reminding me how simple joy can be. Fresh air. Green grass under her paws. A toy she loves. A moment where nothing else matters. She doesn’t worry about what comes next or what didn’t go quite right earlier. She’s fully here, fully herself, and completely content.

I love how her expression always seems to say she’s in on a secret. Maybe it’s that life doesn’t need to be loud to be good. Maybe it’s that play is important at every age. Or maybe it’s just that love, when it’s genuine, shows up in the smallest moments.

This photo captures Bella exactly as she is. Playful. Calm. Confident. Happy to just be.

And honestly, that feels like a pretty good lesson for the rest of us too.

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