Shirley Belk
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Mother, Nana, Sister, Cousin, & Aunt who recently retired. RN (Nursing Instructor) who loves to write stories to heal herself and reflect on all the silver linings she has been blessed with :)
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Wouldn't it Be Nice
Long ago, the Hebrews became tired of eating manna. Not that Heaven-made bread wasn't delicious, but human palates crave variety. I, for one, would be delighted to see a challenge that isn't fiction or poetry. Otherwise, community categories become unseen/under-appreciated/ and frankly, put out to pasture.
By Shirley Belkabout 10 hours ago in Writers
No Word Comes Near Enough. Top Story - February 2026. Content Warning.
The English language has its limits. I learned this when I became a student of the Bible and looked up the Greek and Hebrew definitions behind the Scriptures I loved. Some languages have so much more depth and power than the one I use to convey my thoughts. But, even so, I don't think any word could ever come close to describing this void and pain I am journeying through. I don't know how to swim through its murky waters.
By Shirley Belk21 days ago in Poets
Gotta Love February. Top Story - February 2026.
What I like about February: *It puts the long month of January behind us. Thirty-one days is too long for me and I can never live up to New Years expectations, so my friend, February closes that chapter for me. Thanks, Feb.!
By Shirley Belkabout a month ago in Art
