Hunter Darden
Hunter's first endeavor in the writing field began with a mystery book entitled "The Secret of the Old Oak Tree." Unfortunately, it was bound in yellow construction paper-the finest binding a fourth grader with a vision could create. Shortly after,her teacher asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. She announced,"I'm going to be an author!" Hunter didn't know then that her youthful dreams would not be realized for thirty long years........
Hunter's most valuable lessons about life were learned through her parents. Her father, with his humble nature, taught her about character and strength in spirit. Her mother, with her enthusiasm for life, taught her that anything is possible if you have the drive and the will to succeed.
Hunter went to Meredith College and graduated with a B.A. in psychology.Hunter had two boys who became the focal point for her life. Her writing took a backseat to life and its commitments. She did not realize that her inspiration was close at hand.
Hunter's father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of fifty-six. He died after a nine year illness.
Hunter was thrown into the most common position of explaining the reality of death and the concept of eternal life to her children. As a catharsis, she resorted to her most natural instinct. Hunter, at last being completely inspired, began to write. All the ingredients were in place, along with the love and guidance from her family. After thirty years, these had culminated into her first book, The Everlasting Snowman, a story of the cycle of life.It is an inspirational book for children, With its beautiful watercolor artwork, it explains that the natural cycle of life goes on and on. This book was the catalyst that started the writing career for which Hunter had always dreamed. She has since written four more children's books, a novel, and a photography book. In addition, she has also been a humor/inspiration columnist. Hunter feels that it was all well worth the wait..
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Hunter's most valuable lessons about life were learned through her parents. Her father, with his humble nature, taught her about character and strength in spirit. Her mother, with her enthusiasm for life, taught her that anything is possible if you have the drive and the will to succeed.
Hunter went to Meredith College and graduated with a B.A. in psychology.Hunter had two boys who became the focal point for her life. Her writing took a backseat to life and its commitments. She did not realize that her inspiration was close at hand.
Hunter's father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of fifty-six. He died after a nine year illness.
Hunter was thrown into the most common position of explaining the reality of death and the concept of eternal life to her children. As a catharsis, she resorted to her most natural instinct. Hunter, at last being completely inspired, began to write. All the ingredients were in place, along with the love and guidance from her family. After thirty years, these had culminated into her first book, The Everlasting Snowman, a story of the cycle of life.It is an inspirational book for children, With its beautiful watercolor artwork, it explains that the natural cycle of life goes on and on. This book was the catalyst that started the writing career for which Hunter had always dreamed. She has since written four more children's books, a novel, and a photography book. In addition, she has also been a humor/inspiration columnist. Hunter feels that it was all well worth the wait..
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My Personal Rockin' and Rollin' Earthquake Aftershock!!??Our gut reactions to potentially dangerous situations can lead one perplexed with the justification behind it. -
Freeze the Tease! Give a Slice of Nice!The heartfelt aim of Advance Baptist Church is to use their play, "Freeze The Tease! Give a Slice of Nice!" as an aid in helping children to understand that the power of being kind to people far outweighs negative actions. -
The Bachelor...The Bachelorette...Lice...Or A Cave??The selection process in the dating scenario can be quite complicated. Perhaps, we make far more complicated than it has to be which destroys the pleasure it could bring. -
Tri-County Christian Crisis Ministry is an Active Support SystemTri-C is rooted in credibility and generosity with the ultimate needs of people who are enduring difficult personal situations. The workers rally around and open up their hearts to each one. -
My Son Always Resided in My Cell Phone....Until.......?My son "launched off" to an ROTC program in Washington state and old-fashioned letters have been our only form of communication! -
Helping Children Survive DivorceWith divorce being so commonplace in today's society, it is paramount to focus on the children who are being brought along on the unfortunate ride. Helping them to develop and maintain a healthy psyche should your number one priority. -
"Stupor Bloopers"As we journey through life, we try to behave, but sometimes we accidentally misbehave. It's just being human. -
The Restoration of the Reeves Theater in Elkin, North CarolinaA project of great merit is being pursued in the beautifully, historic town of Elkin, North Carolina. There has been a mission to restore the Reeves Theater in downtown Elkin and to turn it into a facility with an abundance of useful purposes. -
A Sentimental Pause--And the Everlasting Smile it Left on My Heart and Soul...Sentimental moments can come unannounced. Reflection of the special life of a lost loved one can carry you a long, long way....My father was one of those special ones.... -
Love Always Lives!!!Hearts hurt from the loss of a loved one. Fortunately, love is eternal and never dies. Love always lives!! -
'Cause You're Gonna Love Me Anyway!There is nothing greater than feeling the security of knowing you can always count on the unwavering, unconditional love provided by your family. -
Dominoe's to the Rescue!!Sometimes our cooking disasters can transpire into delicious pizza take-outs...which can play out beautifully! -
"My Home is Not a Place, it is People." Lois McMasterCaring people are what make a town a worthwhile setting. -
Creativity Under PressureMany humans have the capacity to work well under pressure. -
The Mighty Power of JournalingGrief is a complicated journey. We find ourselves needing to find peaceful resolution. Journaling is one way in which to deal with the overpowering emotion. -
Best of All Times!!"We may build more splendid habitations, fill our rooms with paintings and with sculptures. But we cannot buy with gold the old associations." Longfellow -
"Love of Beauty is Taste. The Creation of Beauty is Art."--Ralph Waldo EmersonTheir is beauty in the creative restoration project of a home that was originally intended to be a school. It is now the historic centerpiece in the lovely Magnolia Glen residential housing area in Statesville, N.C. -
Life Droppings!The beauty of laughter can have a way of making a potential negative situation end with a smile. -
Drain Every Day Dry!Sometimes we have well-planted wake-up calls that make one realize they need to cram in a lot more living before Resting in Peace. -
Survival Instincts Can Open the Door to WholenessIt iis mperative to find healthy avenues to move forward through the obstacles of life in a healthy fashion. It's a gift to yourself. -
It's the Pacifier's Fault!Why do our brains go meandering off in different directions at times? For the price of humor, I've decided that it just may be the pacifier's fault. -
When an Ordinary Day Turns Extraordinary!Sometimes our lives have a way of beginning ordinarily enough, but turn into an extraordinary, unexpected ending. It can make for fun fodder in the retelling of it.
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The Power of WordsWords can have the power for wake up calls or they may have calming effects. It's all in the presentation with love behind it. -
"It's Here! It's Here!"The beauty of a small town is unparalleled. -
Grief is a Soul-Ache..But There is Hope to Be Whole Again!Grief can cause an ache in your soul. It is imperative to find a balm to make the unbearable pain bearable. Through the dedicated love of friends and family, it is possible to move forward with a happy spirit...as our lost loved ones would want for us. -
Hang Way Over the Balcony and Cheer Your Friends On!!Joyce Heatherley compared people to sparrows in her profound book called "Balcony People." It's all one needs to know about showing love for our friends with kind words... rather than critical evaluations. -
Rote Behavior and the Human MindThe human mind has an incredible array of interesting facets that play out in our actions and reactions to situations. -
It's the Simplest of Gestures that Can Carry One a Long, Long Way....!Materialistic, lavish gifts are lacking in the credibility factor when surpirse sticky notes that say, "I love you" have far more merit. -
Silent Night...Un-Silent Night!Christmas is a time for merriment and joy. Intense embarrassment is the emotion that my mother felt during a special Christmas event that made laughing fodder upon reflection. -
Some Bequeaths Can Leave One BefuddledSome wills left for loved ones throughout the course of history confirm the interesting aspects of human nature. -
There Are Sounds....And Then There Are SOUNDS!!!!Sometimes our human minds have a way of misinterpreting innocent sounds...like snoring??? -
Worrying is Wasted EnergyDaily worries can have a way of usurping our lives. The energy it uses up can be better utilized in positive ways to stabilize a healthier psyche. -
Coincidence, Destiny, Dumb Luck, Fate or a Spiritual Nudging?Throughout the natural progression of life, our lives can become intertwined and coincidences can occur. -
A Life Well-LivedThere are certain people who can leave a profound impression upon the hearts and minds of others."Poppy" was one of them! -
"Necessity is the Mother of Invention"--PlatoWe, as humans, sometimes find ourselves in a situation where we have to adopt a quick emergency plan to survive it. Many times, it can lead to the beauty of laughter in the fun retelling of it. -
Beauty TipsAn inner beauty of quality far outweighs superficial outer beauty. -
"No Mascara???"....I Exclaimed to My Eye Doctor!!!!!!We, as humans, have an assortment of varying needs for our comfort level. -
The Taj Mahal Pales in Comparison to Steady Devotion of Loved OnesThe beauty of loyalty and devotion of family and friends can far outweigh grandiose superficialities. -
The Eternal Emotion of LoveAfter my boys were "launched" off into the real world, I tried to maintain a cool calmness for their benefit. But I blew my facade! -
Clowns Scare Me to Death... Always Have...Always Will!Humans are fascinating creatures with varying levels of natures...along with a supply of varying forms of phobias. -
One Phenomenal Girl Who Knows the Power of Innate ContentmentMary is truly an exceptional girl who makes a positive everlasting imprint on every life she touches on this journey called "life." -
Have a GEV Day!!Comic relief and its residual laughter has healing powers. -
Life is a Cycle...Or Is it a Recycle?Life has the capacity to be a great recycling event that can leave you with goose bumps! -
Well of StrengthLife sometimes requires us to ask, "Why not?" rather than, "Why me?" -
Aesop Totally Had it Going On!!The beauty of human kindness is unsurpassed. -
The Value of a Flexible MindFor an all-encompassing life of quality, it would do us all well not to judge others. A flexible mind has far more credibility and merit. -
When You Just Can't Believe Your Eyes!Sometimes our eyes have trouble visually digesting certain "life situations." -
The Mighty Power of WordsRudyard Kipling said, "Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind." -
It's on the Tip of My Tongue!Why do we, as humans, have difficulty in retrieving words at times that leaves us buffaloed? -
A Friend is the Hope of the Heart---Ralph Waldo EmersonColleen was surrounded by friends who were aids in her journey down the complicated path of dealing with breast cancer. She, however, continued to be a true friend to her friends and students,as well.
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A Samaritan Act that Deserved a Smiley StickerSometimes humans can come to our aid from the most unexpected sources. There is definite merit that comes from not judging others.
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My Grandfather was Hatched!Humans, as well as, are interesting species. We all have our own special uniqueness. -
Can Wearing Pajamas Make You Smarter?After my own personal, scientific (?) investigation, I came to the conclusion that wearing pajamas makes you smarter! -
A Suckin' it Up Kinda DayLife is an interesting adventure---many days of our lives are based on the anticipated fun times we will have. However, sometimes we may have a day when we just have to...hmmmm....suck it up! -
Mary Had a Little Lamb...Little Lamb...Little Lamb...Blah...Blah...Blah.Sometimes, if you obey all the rules...you miss out on all the fun...along with the fodder for funny stories because of it... -
From Peek-A-Boo to Whoop-De-Doo!When my oldest son was ready to be "launched off" to college, I wasn't sure whether or not I was finished raising him. Hmmmm...so I came up with a plan.
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Cute when it Counted!Age is but a number...we can still be cute...and it counts no matter our age.
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I've Been a Bad, Bad, Girl!Don't be a "boob!" Make your appointment for your mammogram...and keep it! -
College ChaosLaunching your kids off to college is all part of the natural progression of life...
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Humans Are like SandcastlesHumans exist similiarly to that of a sandcastle--solid structures that are eternally changing shapes with the natural progression of life. We all have the capacity to maintain solid structures throughout adversities of life. -
Freckles Enjoyed a "Prime Life"Sleep deprivation can be justified if it involves keeping our special canine friends content. -
Brain BurpsSometimes our brains have a tendency to go on vacation...in the form of a burp. -
Should I Have Fed the Little Man Who Lived in My Burglar Alarm?We live in a hi-tech world now of constant world of distraction now of ringing, music, and mechanical voices that direct us. -
Creatures of HabitOur daily lives are routine-oriented and require a level of multi-tasking in this fast-paced society. We creatures of habit need to find a way to relax and let go at the end of each day to take care of ourselves.
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We Humans Are the Quintessence of Our ThoughtsThe powerful message in James Allen's book, As A Man Thinketh, is the essence of human behavior and the power of self-awareness. -
The Value of Living Day to DayIt is within our power to train ourselves not to worry, but instead to enjoy all the small moments that life has to offer. -
I was a Wild Thing....And Didn't Know It!It takes all kinds of personality types to make the world go 'round! We can have Type A personalities or be the total opposite with a Type Z! -
Where in the World Am I??A lack of a good sense of direction is an issue in the hippocampus area of the brain...so glad to know I have an excuse for being a "traveling fool." -
Same Time...Next YearThe beauty of good friendships is nourishment for our souls! -
A Missed Wedding, AAA, and a Coke =a Lesson in the Beauty of Human KindnessSometimes our days can take an unexpected turn. What can seem like an unfortnuate situation can just as easily become a day when you realize the innate beauty of human nature. -
Words Have CloutWords have the power to lift our spirits, touch our hearts and soothe our minds.
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The Mighty Power of LaughterThe beauty of laughter and comic relief is a necessity in our daily lives. -
"Promises Are like a Full Moon....If They're Not Kept They Diminish Day to Day".......(German Proverb)When a promise is made to someone, follow through is key. It will lay a foundation that can be drawn upon for a lifetime. -
Be Who YOU Are!It is crucial that family and friends allow people to be who they are. This fosters a more confident person with a stronger sense of self-worth. -
A Life Lesson Learned from An.....Ant!!!In our lives, we drink in what we learn from our parents, teachers, and friends about perseverance and courage. Sometimes, we can learn lessons from unusual sources. -
Try Barking Less....And Wagging a Whole Lot More!!!Wouldn't it be nice if we all could develop the attitude of looking for what is right, rather than for what is wrong. It will naturally lead to a simplistic contentment...a good, tranquil place to be. -
Oh No! I'm Sooo Sorry!...I Said to the Squirrel?Squirrels, flies and snails deserve a chance for a happy life, too! -
Map-JestSometimes we get lost in the maze of life...but it can turn into laughing fodder...! -
Imaginations Can Run AmuckWe all have a tendency to let our imaginations run wild at times...right? Our excuse is that we're just human...after all!
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"E" DaySometimes we can attain "chillin' out mode" in the most unusual of circumstances...and atypical settings!! Keep reading..... -
The Essence of Wealthiness is Contentment in Your Heart!In this world of materialistic superficialities, sometimes it's nice to reflect on the more valuable aspects of life...the small, tender moments that do not have a price tag that can carry one for a lifetime... -
And I'm Off!................................................We, as parents,reach a point when we're struck that the child rearing era has come to an end. Sometimes, our kids tell us that they would like to leap out of airplanes. What do you do...you say, "Go for it!" -
Cat is Puuuuuuurrrrr...Fect!!!!Is there a rule that says you have to be mature when you become a grandmother? Absolutely, not...I give you total permission to be a complete goofball...!!! -
Idiosyncrasies of Human Nature...(bottom Line...We're All Human!)We, humans, are interesting creatures. Aristotle was just as human as the rest of us. What a great relief!
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Red Means Stop!!!!!!!!After "launching" our children out in the real world, we find ourselves reflecting back on the seasons of raising them. My face flushes with embarrassment as I recall my behavior through...dare I say it?..permit driver days?? -
I Would Have Been a Terrible Pioneer Woman!Sometimes, all it takes is a little research to the pioneer olden days of yore to help you to appreciate how easy we have it now. -
Don't Ask "Why?"...Ask "Why Not?"Life is an opaque sphere where there are just as many beautiful occurrences as there are sad ones. We have to embrace the knots in the adversity. It will serve to make the gold and silver threads that much more beautiful. -
Where Can I Find a Fairy Godmother?There are times in our lives when the sense of homesickness can sweep over us...even if you're a semi-mature adult. The key is to listen to your mom when she says, "Buck up!" -
1984 to Future Shock!Life has a way of continuing to march forward. It is up to us to keep up with this hi-tech world...or is it? -
Goose Bumps Can Carry Us a Long, Long Way.......................................................Our lives have a way of intersecting and intertwining with the lives of others. The connections we discover can be astounding and leave use with goose bumps!
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Humans Are like Vacuum Cleaners!We humans can be compared to a vacuum cleaner, as we suck up life and then spit out what doesn't suit. Read on...lots of interesting analogies... -
I'm Sooooooo Embarrassed!Embarrassing moment in life can be...hmmm....embarrassing...we all have to find ways to find humor in them and keep moving forward...laughing all the way... -
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"Adogtery"Sometimes our conscience has a way of overriding our actions and reactions to situations. -
Monastery MayhemWe all handle seemingly dangerous "life" situations in different ways. Some of us succomb to worry and anxiety while others have the capacity to take it in stride.... -
Vanity SanityVanity sanity is essentially the quintessence of the "feeling" of being relatively have the capacity to pass muster on your basic appearance. This would involve (for women, as not having a mustache, and on and on.,, -
A Life Lesson About Enjoying the Small PleasuresI had been preparing myself for my brother's inevitable death when it ended out that he was the one who taught me a profound life lesson. Since his death, I have incorporated his philosophy into every day of my life!
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The Unexpected Party GuestDo you have a family member who has passed on, but left an indelible hold on your mind and soul because of their integrity, spirit and kindness? Then you will understand this message. -
When an Ordinary Day Turns Extraordinary!Most typical human days are...well...just ordinary. However, sometimes, we can have days or moments in our daily schedules that are funny fodder in the retelling...enjoy! -
Spraying Over Life's Awkward Moments!Sometimes "life" requires us to think on the spot and be inventive with resolving an uncomfortable situation. I refer to it as "febrezing it." It is a quick fix "life" odor solving remedy much like a commercial can of it will do. -
Healthy Love!Healthy love is a far more permanent type of love. Possessiveness, jeolousy and insecurities do not enter into this special relationship. It manifests itself in the form of an everlasting love. -
The Split Seconds of LifeLife plays out in interesting unexpected fashions. Sometimes life can turn on a dime and in a split-second we're in an entirely different mode of thought from the moment before. -
The Beauty of the Natural Progression of LifeWe all work our way throughout the seasons of life ... this would include the raising of our children through their trials and tribulations. The beauty and the value of friendship are what enable us to simply enjoy our day to day experiences.
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A Cardboard Man Can Be EnticingWe sometimes accept job positions thinking that we will be able to rise to the occasion and do a good job. However, sometimes it does not play out quite like that, in spite of the hard work ethic your parents have tried to instill.