Author Archives: Gail Cawley Showalter

Religious Reorientation – Influencers

Since we were both divorced, they required a document from each of us. It stated that our divorces were scripturally based. Sam refused. I do not sign documents that deal with  my personal spiritual life. Something able that seems offensive to my privacy.

Me with Leora Wagliardo

Religious Reorientation – Denominations

Since we were both divorced, they required a document from each of us. It stated that our divorces were scripturally based. Sam refused. I do not sign documents that deal with  my personal spiritual life. Something able that seems offensive to my privacy.

Religious Reorientation, a Memoir – No Coincidence Here, Part 2

About the time Mother recalled the correct name, she read a letter in that day’s mail from Jaynet informing her of their whereabouts and verifying the name of their friends. When Jaynet called the Beaumont operator it was 5:00 and I think all of what we call “Ma Bell” was listening in on their conversation. […]

Religious Reorientation, a Memoir – No Coincidence Here

Since we were both divorced, they required a document from each of us. It stated that our divorces were scripturally based. Sam refused. I do not sign documents that deal with  my personal spiritual life. Something able that seems offensive to my privacy.

Religious Reorientation, a Memoir-When Challenges Stack

That was in February (2023). Sure enough-I was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis and I was put on steroids, heavy-duty steroids. And other stuff that had unpleasant side-effects.

Religious Reorientation: a Memoir – Sometimes Life Hurts & Yet Divine Messages Still Come

There are people without a conscience, and sadly they do not experience joy either. They are not to be scorned but pitied.

Religious Reorientation, a Memoir – A Miracle Connection in the Clouds

I wanted to move to Austin. I spent the entire following summer working on getting another job, a job out of the classroom. I had a Master’s Degree and hoped it would open doors. Nothing. Not one interview. To say I was discouraged is an understatement.

Religious Reorientation: a Memoir – My Big Brother

My big brother

Religious Reorientation: a Memoir – Grandchildren Blessings

        I was blessed with nine grandchildren from my husband’s children. Here are just a few of the numerous pictures of them- I raised three children as a single mother before I remarried. In 2007 I founded SMORE for Women, a nonprofit whose goal is Single Moms, Overjoyed, Rejuvenated, and Empowered. I’m also a Certified Professional Coach […]

Religious Reorientation: a Memoir – Precious Grandchildren

            My sons gave us five beautiful, and more importantly, healthy grandchildren. To protect their privacy, I do not identify them here. Here are just a few of the numerous pictures of them- Religious Reorientation I didn’t know how my grandchildren would be taught religious beliefs and given spiritual guidance. Since I had raised my children […]