Our summer was a carnival ride, a roller coaster or merry-go-round, always moving, up and down. Some days felt like the peak of that coaster, multiple trips across the country, exploring new places, spending time with family. Other days felt…
Thoughts on One Year of Blog Writing
This post would not exist if not for you, my readers. Thank you for reading, sharing, posting encouraging comments, and supporting me in this endeavor! It truly means more than I can adequately express! A year ago last week, I…
Letting Go of “Should Be” and Embracing Who You Are
I was freezing. It was as if I thought after twenty-eight years I would miraculously become “warm-blooded” and not need a sweater at a restaurant. I was wrong. As I sat there, goosebumps all over, I mused about why I…
Avoiding Autopilot in Your Marriage
On our two year anniversary, Russell and I talked about our priorities for year three. One of them was to avoid “autopilot” in our marriage. Our first two years were a myriad of activities, changes, adjustments, and of course, all those “in love”…
Ten Life Lessons I’ve Learned from My Dog
Sometimes we look to learn from the most lofty of things when the best life lessons are found right in front of us in the most ordinary parts of our everyday life. 1. Have you heard the saying patience is…
On Change without Regrets
Everyday we experience changes. Some minuscule, some catastrophic, but all relevant to the grand scheme of our lives. Some changes derive completely from chance, others pure choice and consequence. Some people thrive on change, embracing it, loving the way it…
Preserving the Wonder
The resort was gorgeous, boasting stunning views of the sunset against the backdrop of the mountains every night. The rooms, clean and comfortable, the spa unreal, the meals delicious, and the staff spoiling you with their attention to your every want…
The Why Behind Your “Not Enough”
We’ve all said it, or at the very least, thought it – I’m not enough. The phrase dances through our mind, preying on our human tendency to compare and be found wanting in a myriad of categories. I’m not enough.
Give It Away: What’s Your Most Precious Gift?
Giving is exemplified in so many different ways — monetary gifts, gifts of service, of time, or more simple gifts like a smile or a hug. Recognizing gifts can be easy when it’s wrapped in a nice bow on your birthday, but other…
For Granted
My sister posted this link introducing me to a new blog, and a post among many about a young husband and father of five fighting for his life. My mom texted me about the Fort Hood tragedy and the devastating loss…
a time to bloom
I shared last week in my What I Learned in April post about discovering that tulips must be planted in the fall to reap their beauty in the spring. After learning this gardening fact, I could not ignore the metaphor that…
Homesick
The feeling comes out of nowhere most of the time, triggered by seemingly insignificant things like a certain food or phrase or place, but when it comes — it sweeps in like an unexpected April shower, drenching me through in seconds, leaving…
