Saturday, July 25th, 2026

Today I am celebrating my parents! This would have been/is their 63rd Wedding anniversary. My mom gained heaven accommodations on June 22, 2012 and my dad followed her on November 11, 2023, when God called him home. The spent nearly 49 years together. I’m am so very grateful that God gave me and my brother, the two of them as our parents. My life has been so blessed because of their shared love, support and especially their sacrifices to provide the life we lived. We were rich in family traditions and togetherness. I grew up knowing and loving my grandparents and can even remember my great-grandparents. I have so many relatives, it’s difficult to keep up and I love them all! I grew up with cousins and second-cousins, now third-cousins; it really felt much like brothers and sisters. I learned to prayer before a meal and thanking God for what we had. My parents believed in God and shared their faith with us. We were expected to do chores, without the expectation of an allowance, because in family we share the responsibilities and care for one another.

I realize this sounds kind of made up and too perfect, no that is not the case. Sure we had arguments and disagreements, even a few swats from tree branch, or a shoe, a ping pong paddle…and sometimes a belt. But, the lessons we learned, were learned quickly. As an adult, I now understand the phrase, “this is going to hurt me more than you.” I know that there were time I disappointed my parents, broken promises and acting disrespectful to them. And, they loved me and my brother through it all! There’s absolutely nothing I can do or say to give my heart felt thanks to my parents for all the treasures and gifts they entrusted to my brother and me. I know I would not be the person I am today if they had not loved me enough to correct me and show me how to live and love others as myself.

I hope you have experienced what I had, shoot I hope it was even better. The truth is I know not everyone is like me or had the life I did, and now have, that’s okay because that’s not the important part, YOU ARE! YOU…reading this…know that YOU ARE ENOUGH, YOU MATTER, and YOU ARE LOVED. Even when it seems like no one cares, God does. God is ever-present and is waiting for an invitation to enter your life.

Isaiah 43:4: “Because you are precious in my sight, and honored, and I love you.”

Jeremiah 31:3: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you.”

1 John 3:1: “See how very much our Father loves us, for He calls us His children, and that is what we are!”

Romans 5:8: “God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son…”

Here’s a song a dear friend of my shared with me today. Honestly, I am not sure I ever saw my parents dance, but in my mind and my heart, I’m sure they did! I hope you enjoy the song.

~Peace to you my friends~

Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child of God 💞

Asking Jesus to save you, example of a prayer:

Lord Jesus, I want to have a personal relationship with You. I know I am a sinner and I believe You died on the cross for my sins. I turn from those sins and put my faith in You right now to be my Lord and Savior, my God and Friend. Thank You for hearing this prayer. I pray this in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Friday, July 17th, 2020 Dear friends— Whether you are close or far away, no matter if we have met face to face… God has laid upon my heart to share …

You Are Loved

Friday, July 17th, 2020 Hello friends— Today, I want to share with you and pay tribute to two writers that have inspired and comforted me in life and…

The Way of the Soul

June 22nd, 2026

Today, my mom passed away fourteen years ago. The moment stands still in my memory, I was overcome with emotions that had no outlet. I think of my mom every single day for some reason or another. I am so grateful that I was able to call her my mom! She was my biggest fan in all that I pursued. She drove me all over the state playing softball when I was growing up. I started playing at the age of five and continued until my mid thirties. When I went off to college, four hours from our home, she would drive to watch me play…volleyball, basketball and softball. She sent me letters and care-packages nearly every week. I was so loved. She, unlike many mother/daughters was not my best friend, we were closer and our bond continues. She was the very first person to love me, she sacrificed herself for me. She was my first teacher and lead a life to be honored.

Grief is a part of me, it’s just part of the package when you love someone and they are gone. Life most everything in life, grief too changes over time. I have respect for its purpose and place in our lives.

My mom remains in my heart and I know she is at peace and waiting for me with open arms.

Love you always, Charlotte 💞

Other posts about my mom:

Good Grief, Oh My Soul

Heaven and Family

My Greatest Joy-My Deepest Sorrow

Gone, Not Forgotten

Monday, June 22nd, 2026

This is a follow-up from my post on June 19, 2026. (https://charlotteannrobinson.com/2026/06/20/crying-out/)

Good News, my knee is feeling better. I’ve been following the doctor’s orders, resting and icing. I spoke with the doctor this morning and they are concerned of a possible meniscal tear. A MRI has been ordered, it is scheduled for June 30th. So grateful for sick time provided through work, and thankful to my co-workers for filling in while I was away. The plan is to go back to work this coming Thursday, which in my case is my regular schedule. I work Thursday through Monday every week. I also want to thank all my friends and family that have reached out with encouragement and support, I would be lost in this vast world if not for those individuals who care for me. I am truly blessed. I love (metaphorically) that my table of friends and family keeps increasing and yet, there’s always room for more.

Friends, it’s the same being part of God’s family. There’s always room for more at the Lord’s table. If you don’t know the Lord, or if you know of Him but not exactly sure of your relationship with him, just ask Him into your heart. It really is that simple, if you believe that God is real, place your trust in Him. To know for certain that your soul belongs to God, you will spend eternity with God and all the other believers, sitting at God’s great table. I can’t promise you blue skies and happiness always, but I can promise that God will never leave you or forget you. Being a believer is not like having a magic wand or fairy dust to sprinkle and make all this perfect and fair; it is knowing that no matter what trials or troubles we encounter, we are never alone.

Here’s a few of my favorite verses:

1 Corinthians 13:12 (NIV) “For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.”

John 16:33 (NIV) “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 (NIV) “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” 

~Peace to you my friends~

Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child of God 💞

Sunday, June 21st, 2026

Proverbs 20:7: “The righteous man walks in his integrity; His children are blessed after him.”

Proverbs 17:6: “Grandchildren are the crown of old men, and the glory of sons is their fathers.” 

Today, I am celebrating and remembering my dad. He left this world and entered Heaven on November 11th, 2023. He was a gentle soul, he loved Jesus and would share that love with anyone he met. He loved his family and supported in any way possible. There’s so many stories I could share but the most important one is how he loved and lived. He spend many hours with my brother and I when we were growing up. He practiced baseball and softball with us and made things to help improve our skills. He loved hunting and fishing, he and my brother spent countless hours in the woods and in the lakes and rivers. He loved our mother, in my words “Out-loud” because he was all in on being a good husband and a loving father. I miss him and I know he’s now in no pain and sees Jesus. Happy Father’s Day, Dad!

Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”

I want to now wish my brother, a very Happy Father’s Day! He is so, his father’s son! He is like dad in so many ways. He is generous with his time and talents. He works hard to provide for his family, and more. I love the picture above of my dad and brother sitting in the kitchen drinking coffee together. This was a daily routine for them. They shared a bond that was unbreakable. I know my parents are proud of us both but, my dad and my brother are so a like, I hope I brother sees that and knows that I love and respect him so much.

John 5:19  “So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of his own accord, but only what he sees the Father doing. For whatever the Father does, that the Son does likewise.”

Today, I give thanks to God, the Good Father for all His love and blessings. I am grateful that God chose Robert Lee Robinson & Shirley Lee (Sanders) Robinson to be my parents and for giving me a special brother in Robert Dale Robinson. My brother is passing on to his children and grandchildren what it means to be a good father. May the Lord God continue to guide and protect them for all time.

~Peace to you my friends • Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child Of God 💞

June 19th, 2026

I began today, much like any other work day. I did wake early, before the alarm and decided to get up and start the day at 4:45 am. I had plenty of time to shower and fix coffee. I was leaving early for work, that doesn’t happen often! I began the descent of my stairway (17 steps), about half way down, I stepped down on my left leg and “POP” went my knee. I stopped immediately because of intense pain. I took a deep breath, let it out and attempted to continue my descent. After several minutes, I made it to the bottom and entered the garage. I finally got into the car and relaxed again for several seconds. I said a small prayer, thanking God that this had not happened while I was on vacation. Praised God for being my Redeemer, my fortress and my refuge. I got to work and hobbled through the airport to my office. I was grateful that I had put my knee brace on this morning, the arthritis in my knee had been achy for over a week. I tried to keep my leg elevated throughout the day but it was very painful, so I left early to go to a walk-in orthopedic clinic. By this time it had been over 7 hours since the stairway incident, my foot and leg had already began to swell and I could not bear weight to walk. My co-worker, volunteered to push me to my car in a wheelchair, so grateful! (Thank you E.C.). I drove to the clinic and I saw a man driving a valet golf cart and he drove me to the front door and then the lady at the desk got me a wheelchair and pushed me to the orthopedic office. Gosh, I’m tired all over again just writing about this! X-rays showed no fractures, only signs of arthritis. The doctor prescribed pain medication and anti inflammatory meds. She sent me home to ice my knee and rest. Icing is helping with the swelling, but it’s still hurts and I need a cane to walk. No work tomorrow and re-evaluate tomorrow for Sunday. If I am not improved by Monday I am to contact the doctor for a MRI, for a possible torn meniscus.

If you are still reading and I haven’t lost you, I wanted to share this story for a couple of reasons. The first, I am so thankful that God provided for me throughout the day. I am also very proud of myself for not speaking any angry or inappropriate words due to my pain. The second reason, to share my stubbornness of “being tough.” That’s really kind of a joke, but partially true because honestly I just wanted to cry. But I did not, not until I had made it home and sat down in my living room and I cried like a baby, cried because no matter how old a girl gets, when she’s in pain she wants her “mom.” I had a good cry and then, decided I should let a few people know my situation, just in case I need help.

I’m not mad that this happened to me, I didn’t even ask, why me. It is simply part of accepting that my body is not the newest model. I’ve got a few scratches and dings, but I’m still in forward motion. I turned 60 a couple of years ago and I am learning that as we age, our bodies require more down time than a few years ago.

I’m learning to accept that life is always changing, the one thing I’ve struggled with most of my life. The struggle was elusive, something I would never be able to control. I am trying to lean into life’s ever changing ways and hopefully adapting to live my best life.

God promises to be always be with us! The Holy Spirit resides within us, always!

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

~John 16:33

In closing, please know that you are never alone, even when it feels like it…God is always near to you.

Key Verses on God’s Nearness

• Psalm 145:18: “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
• Deuteronomy 31:8: “It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”
• Philippians 4:5: “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.”
• Psalm 34:18: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
• Matthew 28:20: “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” 

~Peace to you my friends~

Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child of God 💞

June 13th, 2026

How many things do you say “no” to, because of fear?

What is the worst thing that could happen if we all practiced saying “yes” to those “THINGS” that cause us to doubt ourselves and let fear bully us?

Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

God only wants what is best for us and sometimes, when He opens a door or an opportunity, we need only to take the first step. The verse below was written and prophesied by the prophet, Isaiah. It was directed to the children of Israel, written in the singular as to imply this was directed to and for every individual person; fear not the enemy, doubt not the promises of God.

I want to share with you, my recent “Yes.” Today, I returned from a trip, my very first cruise ship vacation. I will admit I was a bit hesitant and a little nervous. I tend to doubt myself when new opportunities are presented to me. Most of the time, I am confident that I am able to adapt to changes, although I have never been a huge fan of them for most of my life. However, I have discovered through multiple conversations with friends and family that changes are happening all the time. Almost entirely without our input or consent. So, when presented with something new, slightly scary but interesting…try saying yes!

This vacation was a lot of first’s for me: traveling on a large floating steel monster 😳; sailing/traveling outside of the US. In all fairness, I was going to be with about 50 other people who love the same nonprofit organization that I love, called “Pledge The Pink.” I knew probably 15 or so from previous outings. But, there were also approximately another 2000+ strangers on the ship. My desire to celebrate with others with similar interests was enough to get me on the ship.

Let me just say, what an incredible 7 days, meeting and making new friends and seeing other countries and cultures. The trip was beyond any of my expectations.

I saw and participated in some activities I never dreamed of and know in my heart, these new friends already feel like old friends, reunited. My heart is full today, it was difficult saying goodbye, or see you real soon. There’s no doubt, when we see one another again, we will pick up right where we left off.

I’m heading home with new memories, new friends and feeling a bit braver than when I left for this trip.

People add value to our lives and for many different reasons, all I know for sure is that I am grateful that God increased the size of my family through this trip.

Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some people move our souls to dance. They awaken us to a new understanding with the passing whisper of their wisdom. Some people make the sky more beautiful to gaze upon. They stay in our lives for awhile, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same.

~Flavia Weedn

~Peace to you my friends • Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child Of God 💞

Resources:

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah+41%3A10&version=ESV

https://pledgethepink.com/

https://donate.pledgethepink.com/?p=25721

May 3rd, 2026

The answer is always, God. I wrote the following words earlier today and as I was reading my devotions tonight, the answer was God, always it is God. My words were heavy and true but after being reminded through the scripture, I am never alone and God is always my true answer to anything and everything. Just as the lighthouse guides the ships safely on their journey, God is our strong tower, a lighthouse in the storms of life.

Devotional link click here: “The Safest Place” devotion
https://dailybible.co/p/SJgAWRtto/

May you always find your way with God guiding you.

Some Days

Another day, twenty-four hours
Days pass along on repeat

Flat, my sense of being is flat
Wondering the why, the how, when

Food, a comfort now is flavorless
Television once a distraction, now empty

Driving, a journey to any where 
It now holds little attraction 

Sleep an escape, it too is unappealing 
Drifting into unconsciousness, dull 

My body aches, and yet numbing 
Is it possible to feel nothingness 

Writing exposes and allows cracks 
Visibility, vulnerability and silence too

My prayer remains, God
God, you are my prayer.

~Charlotte A.Robinson©️
   May 3rd, 2026 at 1611.

“Be careful joyful in hope, patient in affliction,faithful in prayer.” ~Romans 12:12

~Peace To You, My Friends~ Charlotte

January 13th, 2026

Today’s poem was originally written May 12th, 2021.

Sacred Things

The sights and sounds of nature

God speaks in the sounds of birds singing

His spirit is felt in the cool breeze 

His presence is all around 

As the sun warms my skin 

And the breeze it feels like a human embrace

The plant life is alive and flourishing 

Blades of grass push through the earth, seeking the sun

Trees are budding, leaves are sprouting freely they protect and comfort

Nature speaks through all the seasons of life

Spring, summer, autumn and winter like conception, birth, living and dying

God is never far away

God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit.  

Who was...
Who is...
Who will always be.
The beginning and the end.
The great I AM. 

~ C. A. Robinson
    May 12th, 2021
    Time: 1642
    Place: Sodalis Nature Park

I love reading this, the words are soothing like time caressing my soul. I see the words and my thoughts transport me back in time, sort of time walking. I can feel the wind and smell the scents of nature itself.

Nature may not be “your thing” but I would be willing to say that you do have “a thing” that fills you for no other reason than, it does! I encourage you to find your “thing”, some call it a passion, others might say its purpose or a calling. Do things that fill your soul, not empty it. Life is challenging, and we weren’t promised it would be easy. However, we were assured that life itself is incredibly precious.

As I find myself aging, I find my curiosity for things is not diminished but instead, changing. In fact, I would say that my curiosities have narrowed to more precise things verses a broader sense of learning and exploration. My tenacity for life is strong, though I admit I often feel surrounded by imaginary arrows trying to intimidate me into surrendering to the world’s false narrative, shouting “this is all there is. Accept the defeat.” I’m reminded of a saying, “Battles are won and lost, but Victory has already been claimed.”

The Bible tells us that Jesus has already won the battle, death has been defeated. The security of our souls is secured by the acceptance of Jesus, as our personal Lord and Savior.

“Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is your sting? O Hades, where is your victory? The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ”. — 1 Corinthians 15:54-57

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” —John 16:33

Friends, go find your “thing” throw your passion into and live trusting in God for everything.

Some of my “Things”:

• Writing 📝
• Taking photos 📸
• Reading 📚
• Listening to books 🎧
• Going for long drives 🚗
• Spending time with family 🏠
• Walt Disney World ❤️🖤
• Pledge The Pink 🦩🩷
• Nature 🍁🪾🌱🍀🌾🌸

~Charlotte, Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child Of God 💞