We live in a culture, a society, who values “big stage” impact. How many followers you have, the weeks on the bestseller list your book enjoys, your Facebook moment of fame, the reach of your brand, company or supposed status are…
In the Now
How many moments are we wasting by not being fully present? How many opportunities do we miss by wishing we were somewhere else? How much of our life’s work do we neglect while we dream or long for something yet…
Seeking Silence Within the Loud
What does it look like to still our minds within the cacophony that is assaulting us on every level, on every side, every moment? Whether it’s Instagram, CNN, Facebook, Twitter, the musings of your family and friends, or the voices…
Sacred Holidays: Lent Study
When I worked in the intensive care unit, there were many times when a patient’s illness had overwhelmed their human body past the point of modern medicine’s miracles, and the decision was made by the family to let the patient pass…
Pursuing Sabbath (or What Chick-fil-A is Doing Right)
Have you ever noticed that some of the greatest revelations in life can happen while doing some of the most ordinary, mundane things? My most recent case of this phenomenon happened one weekend ago during lunch with my husband at one of…
Word of the Year: 2016
Can you feel it? That fluttering in your stomach, the anticipation swirling with nervousness like an actress waiting in the wings for her pivotal scene? This is a New Year. A New Start. A Fresh Beginning. 366 Days (Yay Leap Year!)…
Post ICU Nurse Stress Disorder {PICURNSD}
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a very serious condition that should not be taken lightly and requires medical attention and treatment. In no way am I discounting the severity of that disorder with this post, simply reflecting on recent…
The {Futile} Pursuit of Perfection
When did good become not good enough? And excellent work not quite right? When did perfection become the highest honor? And our goal in life to strive to achieve it, despite the costs it requires, and the bitter end it…
No Application Required
Wanted: Someone to love me, feed me, play with me, take me on walks, and to let me sit on their lap. In exchange, I will love you unconditionally, be your best friend, and never tell your secrets… When my…
Ten Things I Learned from My Social Media Fast – Part 1
I would venture to guess social media is a part of (almost) all of our lives. From Facebook to Instagram to newer platforms like Snapchat, each one influences our everyday lives on a daily basis. This summer, I wrote the following reflections after taking a…
Would I Have Stood Up?
I love Jesus. I believe he is the Son of God, my Savior, Redeemer, my Shepherd, and my Friend. I believe He loves me as His child. I believe He created all things, is all-knowing, the beginning, the end. I…
Perspective
Sarah Bessey’s new book, Out of Sorts came out this past Tuesday. To celebrate the launch, she is hosting a link-up on her site with the following prompt: “I used to think _____ and now I think _______.” Below is my reflection…
