May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace
as you trust in him, so that you may overflow
with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13 NIV

Welcome to Hopeful Expressions, the professional website of poet and freelance writer, Lena Helton Pickens.  The site seeks to provide inspiration, motivation and encouragement for daily living. God is at the center of the books, speeches, poems and stories offered by Hopeful Expressions.  Hope is powerful!!

The oral and written expressions offered by Hopeful Expressions are designed to inspire children, youth, and adults to think, dream and work to achieve the best that life has to offer. Lena Pickens, owner of Hopeful Expressions, is also a recognized speaker, storyteller, and poet.