If there is one thing this crazy year has taught me it’s this: I have a lot to learn still. The last 6 months have left me mentally perplexed and emotionally exhausted. I have come to realize that maybe God has allowed all these chaotic things to happen to challenge my thinking on many subjects….
This past weekend, my hubby and I spent the weekend away and sitting by a pool under blue skies. A lovely umbrella protected us from the fierce sun, and a cool breeze magically appeared to sweeten the spot. The whole experience was like a kiss from heaven. Here is what I accomplished last weekend: I…
I want to be a joy fighter and a warrior princess for Jesus. Really, I do. But most days, I am fighting worry and trying not to whine about my problems. I wish I could tell you that I wake up with a worshipful disposition. I want to be that woman who trusts God and…
My phone beeped, and I looked down to read the text: #7 — #7 is so good. I smiled and thanked God for His sweet messages of mercy bound together in the pages of a beautiful book. Weeks ago, I’d started reading Lysa TerKeurst’s devotional Embraced. I’d lost my job just days before, and each…
For over a year now, Bruce and I spend Wednesdays at noon on a one-hour call with our mentor. Our first few chats centered on goal setting for 2017. I spent weeks figuring out what my priorities were, and then crafting SMART goals for each area. This was a game changer for us as a…
In case you forgot, I love to read. Stacks of books seem to pile up all over the house — most of them half read. Other women buy shoes; I buy books. I love chatting about books. Don’t you? For a couple of weeks now, I’ve wanted to share with you my most recent good…