The past two weeks have been a whirlwind. Which is why I’m so thankful to have a 48-hour retreat with the staff from our church. Perfect timing to pause the whirlwind, to connect with God and others, to enjoy the fresh mountain air (and rain)! The launch of Mint Thrift on April 8th went incredibly … Continue reading Courage for When You Can’t Do It All
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Just Hold On
Sometimes all we can do is hold on. And that's okay. It's been a rough couple weeks in my neck of the woods, and I found great comfort in those words. It's okay if you're just holding on. Just make sure you're holding on to God. Recently I found myself in heavy agreement with Psalm … Continue reading Just Hold On
Strength and Peace
Thank you so much for checking out this week's blog! During this season of quarantine, I've decided to start filming blogs once a month. Head to my new YouTube channel to watch Strength and Peace! You can also read the full teaching below. Be encouraged today as you run the race God has marked out … Continue reading Strength and Peace
Choosing Vulnerability
Confession: I have a conditional love for vulnerability. I love it when things are going well, when I have a good rhythm, when I (seem to) have it all together. When I'm balancing my roles well, when my relationships are thriving, when my house is clean, when I'm on top of my to-do list. I … Continue reading Choosing Vulnerability
Equanimity
Equa-what? That's what I thought when I first saw this word. But when I read the definition, I felt like I had just discovered a hidden treasure, a piece to my puzzle that I had always longed for. Spoiler alert: Marriage can be quite the rollercoaster, especially if you have kids. As I grow in … Continue reading Equanimity
The Secret to Being Content
Over the past few days, I’ve been reflecting on God’s goodness and His faithfulness. Whether my family is in times of plenty or in times of want, He is ALWAYS good and He is FAITHFUL to provide for us. I’ve also been thinking about how Christmas is less than two months away, and how easy … Continue reading The Secret to Being Content
My Race to Run 