Winters’ Day In

Spilling the tea since 2006. Wanna cuppa?

Conversations on life, faith, stories, and creativity from author and songwriter (and aspiring mermaid) Talena Winters.

Blog Archives

Talena Winters 12/23/23 Talena Winters 12/23/23

The Gifts of a Difficult Season

Reflecting on a life-changing year for me and the gifts it’s given me to take into 2024.

Talena Winters 11/21/22 Talena Winters 11/21/22

Still

Grief isn’t done with me yet. Not sure it ever will be. Especially if I don’t learn to be still a little more often.

Talena Winters 5/14/22 Talena Winters 5/14/22

Growing in the Grey

A few thoughts about where I’m at right now.

Talena Winters 12/17/18 Talena Winters 12/17/18

Finding Peace in the Pain

For many, the holidays can be a difficult time of year. I recently shared a one-minute testimony about how I’ve found peace after our family tragedy, and wanted to share it with you. I hope it blesses you.

Talena Winters 9/12/15 Talena Winters 9/12/15

Choosing Belief

Even though I don't understand the reason, I still believe. Like Job, I choose to believe despite the uncertainty. And because I choose to believe, my grief is changing me for the good.

Talena Winters 7/23/15 Talena Winters 7/23/15

Blundering Forward

Moving forward is hard. Yes, the inexorable march of time moves us whether we want to move or not. But how do you "move forward" inside without feeling like you are leaving something—or someone—precious behind?

Talena Winters 6/15/15 Talena Winters 6/15/15

My Greatest Fears

When your worst fear comes true, there’s no such thing as “getting over it” anytime soon. You discover who you really are, and what you really believe. Written less than two weeks after losing our youngest son.