I’ve recently rekindled my love for reading. As a child, I enjoyed picture books and poems, even a few chapter books. Unfortunately, by high school, I had lost the joy in reading. It’s taken the better part of twenty years to teach myself to love reading. It doesn’t come naturally for me. I mostly favor … Continue reading Wintering through Weariness
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Regarding Sacrifice
I got to catch up with a dear friend last week. She provided a safe space for me to pour out my heart, and then she boldly spoke truth and courage, wisdom and grace. I laughed, I cried, and I was inspired to keep going. A couple themes emerged from that conversation, and I’ve continued … Continue reading Regarding Sacrifice
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Our house is fairly immersed in the Winter Olympics. We’re so glad to be back on the west coast (meaning we don’t have to stay up as late to watch the primetime events)! After dinner each night we have a rhythm of settling in to watch the athletes compete. The mom in me cringes every … Continue reading Stories
A Few of My Favorite Things: November
It’s almost Christmas!!! I know, I have to rein it in a bit. Thanksgiving is first. But we like to get in to the Christmas spirit a little early in our home. At the time of writing I think we’re about 37 days away. But guess what starts in 10 days!? Advent!! Books: Shadow & … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: November
A Few of My Favorite Things: October
How is it almost November?! I’m trying to be present and enjoy the rest of October… here are a few of my favorites from the past month! Daily Rhythms: Last 90 Days Tracker from Joanna Busby! I’ve been following the 5 to Thrive - I love the accountability of taking care of myself. Joanna’s tracker … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: October
Taking Time to Unpack Trauma
Just because my trauma looks different than yours, doesn’t mean it’s not real. I might be opening a can of worms… but I think it might be necessary. I’ve been toting around some heavy emotional baggage for decades. Various forms of abuse, even if small and spread out, were compounded throughout my childhood and beyond, … Continue reading Taking Time to Unpack Trauma
A Few of My Favorite Things: September
I’m loving the cooler temps in Central California!!! (The majority of our highs have been over 100° since we moved here… 90° has never felt so nice!) This month has been a little crazy for our family with some quarantines and isolating. But we are grateful for a negative COVID test and for God’s healing! … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things: September
My Race to Run 