Articles by Janet Hart Leonard

Let them.

I never knew two words could be so powerful until I said and believed them. Let them not like me. Let them believe what they want about me. Let them…

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Not THAT far . . .

13,733 steps equal almost seven miles. Do you remember when I wrote in my column last week about walking 13,733 steps from the Glen Eyrie Castle to the Garden of…


Going to the castle

Dreams really do come true. Once upon a time, a little girl dreamed of going to a castle. At the age of 10, she watched the movie Cinderella and sang…


Being an Easter person

“We are Easter people living in a Good Friday world.” – Barbara Johnson I read that quote two weeks ago, and it has stayed with me. I love the season…


A hint of Lent

Red skies at night … a writer’s delight. The vibrant red, orange, and pink colors shone in the western sky as God used His paintbrush to create such radiant beauty…



For better, for worse . . .

Marriage vows talk about for better or for worse. This week has been the “worse” due to miscommunications and aggravations, but Chuck and I endured them together. Grab a cup…


A smile without guilt

When asked to do something, I ask myself, “Will this make me smile? During our recent conversation, Steve Wariner shared this insight with me as I interviewed him for the…


Welcome home, Steve Wariner

By JANET HART LEONARD For The Reporter There will always be a connection to an old friend you grew up with. Time does not erase memories. A simple “remember when?”…


Teach your children well

“Janet Kay, always remember to use your voice to stand up for others and that your kindness matters.” This past week, I could hear my dad saying those words loud…