Sheryl's Pearls Blog
In This Moment: A Birthday Post
The Monday before last, I was strolling between stores at an outdoor shopping center with my grandfather. “You had a good day yesterday,” he said. He had been there for my “good day,” seated in the front row at my…
Book Signing Re-Cap & Photos
I unveiled the book to the world – or my little corner of it – on June 8th. It was an awesome and humbling experience. I’m grateful to those who came to support me, as well as those who were…
Paying Inspiration Forward: Maya, My Book & Your Dream
I considered many things while working on my upcoming book. Who was it for? What story was I trying to tell? What would people think of it, and of me? There is one thing that did not occur to me…
A Leap of Faith: I Published a Book!
Some people take dramatic leaps of faith; others wade. He goes with us either way. Years ago, after my second open mic performance, another artist approached me and said, “I need your book.” Since I had written just three spoken…
Love & Basketball: Expectations
As a child, my life expectations were simple: that my parents would provide my needs; that I would have fun; that a successful career and great love were in my future, and that the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team…
There is More Than One Door
One man’s irritated suggestion is this woman’s ‘aha’ moment. The swap was made Monday on my morning commute, which was particularly painful due to unseasonably cold temps and an unusually large crowd. As I exited the train with several other…
“Save Me.” No, Save Yourself
I’m currently coming down from a Scandal-induced adrenaline rush. (slight spoiler alert) Last night’s episode was full of the drama, betrayal, murder, and classic one-liners that fans of the hit television show have come to expect. Yet despite the exciting…
