We were sitting around their fireplace, talking about differences between American and Romanian culture. “One of the things that stands out the most,” I share, bravely, “Is that people just pop in for a visit. No phone call. No invitation. Just ‘Hey, I was thinking of you and thought I’d stop by.’” She nodded, sharing how she had experience a …
I Was Blind–But Now I See (#40Thanks)
He sat by, unsure of what the Teacher would say. Silence fell over the crowd, and then he felt Someone take his hand and lead him away. They walked. And walked. And walked. The crowd followed at a distance. He knew that by the dull sound of voices, trailing far away, even though he couldn’t see them. But he kept …
When You Wonder How Long This Will Last…
I lay flat on my living room sofa, wondering if the uneasiness in my stomach was from my recent binge eating or if it indicated a much more serious issue. Like food poisoning. I writhed in pain as wave after wave of nausea hit me, distracted only by the pounding ache in my left temple. I shut my eyes, hugging the …
Expiration Dates, Salad Dressing, and Spiritual Truths
If you haven’t already, make sure you enter our #pullingbacktheshades giveaway. Just click here. (Don’t worry–it’ll open in a new tab so you can come back to read the rest of this post.) I look through the odd collection of bottles in the refrigerator door. Ranch dressing. Worcestershire sauce. Maple syrup. That bottle of horseradish no one’s touched in ages. …
How to Break the Power of Lies in Your Life
We sat around the kitchen table, taking turns opening our hearts and looking deep into one another’s eyes, the silence lingering in the air. I was uncomfortable. Don’t get me wrong: I’ve learned to trust these women and love them and appreciate their encouragement every time I bore my soul. But sharing the most vulnerable parts of me never gets easier, …