John Chianelli, Writer

A view from below

Me, my camera and how I see the world Seattle Washington 2017 Photo challenge <a href=”https://dailypost.wordpress.com/photo-challenges/atop/”>Atop</a>

A Top

Me, my camera and how I see the world Seattle Washington Skyline April 2017 Photo challenge <a href=”https://dailypost.wordpress.com/photo-challenges/atop/”>Atop</a>

I will remember, Dad, promise.

I have been thinking about my Father the last few days. I was thinking about him when I was growing up, throughout my life and remembering him at the end of his life. He was a character without-a-doubt, complete with a sassy sense of humor. He was born in Bridgeport CT, on February 26, 1929.Continue reading “I will remember, Dad, promise. “

Tears

There are times in life when healing happens somewhere within tears. Cry enough and you can find truth. Nothing like a good song and a box of Kleenex to find healing. Revelation 7:17 for the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd, and will guide them to springs of theContinue reading “Tears”

In the shadow

This weeks photo challenge is Shadow Me, my camera and how I see the world Parkside 23, Brookfield WI

Healing Childhood Trauma-Eastbrook Church

Today I lectured on Adverse Childhood Events (ACE) to a group of Foster Parents at Eastbrook Church. There was one common bond among these loving brothers and sisters. Their mission is to be awesome parents to children whose life started in a struggle. God Bless these parents for their love, empathy and calling to careContinue reading “Healing Childhood Trauma-Eastbrook Church”

Peaceful afternoon

Sometimes the perfect place to find peace is in the midst of nature, drinking coffee, deep in conversation with someone you trust. Me, my camera and how I experience the world. Silver Lake Rochester MN Ambience

Broken dreams

I was traveling with friends on a business trip where we speaking at a conference in downtown LA. One of my friends, Rachel suggested that find the cheesiest open bus tour of Hollywood to soak up the experience. The cheesy tour in all of its glory was perfect including a want-to-been actor as aContinue reading “Broken dreams”

Outside the inside door

Emotional jumbles can lead to pure understanding when we allow it to happen. It does not take analysis, mind power or pain to find the clarity necessary to feel the depth of your heart. When we dig deep enough a straight path emerges from our soul. Our best understanding comes from simply listening to ourContinue reading “Outside the inside door”

Come in we’re Open

Dear Blog, I am back, sorry I have been so neglectful. Life has a habit of getting in the way or setting up walls that keep me from you. But this habit is about to change. I am back, brighter, with more insight, stronger than before. I missed you, it feels good to be here.Continue reading “Come in we’re Open”