I love and appreciate when things go according to plan. Typically my plan. Yes, I'm an #Enneagram1. Naturally, detours are not my friend. They're time-suckers and plan-killers. They're inconveniences. The destination is the same, and we know the normal route is quicker, and yet someone somewhere decided to close the road. Last week I had … Continue reading Beauty in the Detour
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All the Small Things
This title makes me laugh because I can't help but start singing the Blink-182 song. Any other millenials out there? And can you believe that song was released TWENTY years ago? I feel old. Anyway, all the small things. This phrase has been going through my mind a lot lately. Because all the small things … Continue reading All the Small Things
Tug of War
This guest blog is written by one of my dear mentors from Washington, Arlene Koski. God started knitting our hearts together shortly after I met Arlene. I quickly asked her to mentor me, knowing I was desperate for connections with people further along in their walk with the Lord. Her reply? "Yes, but only if … Continue reading Tug of War
Provision for the Path
I was recently challenged to take my husband on a date and to remember how we met, to think back on our story. To not talk about kids or work, but to reminisce about our journey together. So we did. And God showed me so much along the way. We have had some beautiful fall … Continue reading Provision for the Path
Overcoming Defeat
I had the honor of sharing a few thoughts at Liberty Church on Sunday and wanted to post it here for any that missed it. ❤ I believe God wants you to know that He’s with you and He’s for you. He has not forsaken you or forgotten you; you are not abandoned or alone. … Continue reading Overcoming Defeat
Face the Pain
I received an advanced reader copy of The Complicated Heart: Loving Even When It Hurts by Sarah Mae from B&H Publishing; this is my honest review. This book is a beautiful story. It's Sarah's story; it's her mom's story. I love a good story. I will say there are some hard-to-read parts of their story. … Continue reading Face the Pain
Be Still and Know
This special guest blog is brought to you by my beloved sister, Brianne Safir! I've had the honor and privilege of knowing Brianne her whole life, and she is a rare gem. She's kind, honest, and strong. She doesn't sit on the sidelines; she fights for the weary and broken, and she makes sure you … Continue reading Be Still and Know
My Race to Run 