A couple months ago, Instagram targeted me with a “40 things in my 40th year” list. I love a good list, so I started curating my own as my birthday quickly approached. I finally finished my list and am excited to share it here. I think it helps to have some intentionality and accountability, and … Continue reading 40 Things in My 40th Year
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Provision + Miracles
The last three years have been _____________. Fill in the blank. So many adjectives can go here, much like Mad Libs. Freeing. Difficult. Beautiful. Challenging. Redemptive. Soul-crushing. Hope-filled. Heart-breaking. Worth it. My word this year is wholeness, and it’s been a meaningful companion so far. A work in progress that I plan to write about … Continue reading Provision + Miracles
On the Path
Our Bible reading plan has us in the book of Deuteronomy this week, and I’m kind of loving it! There were a couple about “the path” that have stuck with me… “So Moses told the people, ‘You must be careful to obey all the commands of the Lord your God, following his instructions in every … Continue reading On the Path
Carry On
I’m excited to share a guest blog with you from my teenage daughter, Laci! It’s our prayer that you’re inspired and encouraged to carry on and keep going!! Today in our world, quitting is becoming more and more common. So many of us give up as soon as hard things come our way. But it … Continue reading Carry On
ADVENTure + enCOURAGEment
We’re in the thick of Advent, moving slowly toward the celebration of Jesus’s birth. Embracing shadows as we look to Light. (In case you missed it… Shadow & Light by Tsh Oxenreider is an incredible resource on your “Advent”-ure. Each day has a unique song and piece of artwork to reflect on! You can also … Continue reading ADVENTure + enCOURAGEment
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
My Race to Run 