I’m becoming more and more convinced that isolation is one of the hardest parts of being sick. (I am so glad to be free!) But I am also thankful for one of the perks of isolation: time. A few months ago, a couple of authors I follow on social media shared a trailer for Redeeming … Continue reading Redeeming Love (A Recommendation)
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Good Morning, Good Night
Happy #WritingWednesday! I want to share a quick word of encouragement from Psalm 92, highlighting verse 2. Psalm 92A psalm. A song. For the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High, proclaiming your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night…- Psalm 91:1-2 … Continue reading Good Morning, Good Night
A Few of My Favorite Things: July
July has been marked by unpacking and decorating, simplifying and settling in, navigating and learning where things are. We’re still adjusting to the heat, doing our best to stay cool and hydrated. And we are in awe of God’s plan and provision, for a fresh start in a new home with an amazing church family. … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: July
Beauty All Around
I'm bringing you my first blog as a California resident. (Insert happy dance!) The past few weeks have been a blur of packing, cleaning, driving, hotel stays, unpacking, and organizing. There have been highs and lows, lasts and firsts, bittersweet good-byes and a refreshing new start. On our five-day journey from Washington to Pennsylvania four … Continue reading Beauty All Around
Until There Is More Than Enough
I want to introduce you to an amazing friend of mine, and the author of this month’s guest blog – Jennifer Lake. I've gotten to know Jenn over the past couple years, thanks in part to Dwell Orphan Care. Jenn is the founder and director of Dwell; she has an incredible heart to advocate for … Continue reading Until There Is More Than Enough
Using Your God-Given Gifts to Encourage Others
It's time for the first guest blog of 2021 here at My Race to Run! I'm excited to bring you this inspiring message from my very own teenage daughter, Laci. Laci has such a special heart for others, and I hope her perspective motivates you in this season! "Using Your God-Given Gifts To Encourage Others" … Continue reading Using Your God-Given Gifts to Encourage Others
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2020 was nearing its end, and I may have forgotten to choose a #oneword for the new year. I was in the thick of Advent, moving through the shadows toward the light of Christmas. Then our family fully embraced celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas which kept us savoring the season up until yesterday. After … Continue reading Trust
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