My birthday is coming up, and as birthdays go, they’re a good opportunity to reflect not just on how many more wrinkles or cellulite I have but also on how well I’m living life–how fully I’m enjoying this short visit on earth. And as I reflect on my life so far, I’m blown away by the many opportunities and experiences …
A Valentine’s Day Challenge {FREE Printable}
The Dreaded Pink Day Quick: what comes to mind when you hear “Valentine’s Day”? Roses? Pink balloons? Awkward valentine exchanges in 5th grade? Candy hearts? Warm fuzzy memories of romantic dinners? High expectations of how your husband will (should?) surprise you? Aching grief because you have no husband to surprise you? I have yet to meet someone who absolutely LOVES …
My One Word 2014: Intentional
I want to be more intentional in how I live these next 365 days. I want to be more intentional in how I interact with my husband–loving, supporting, and dreaming with him. I want to be more intentional in how I spend time with my daughter and create memories that I can look back on fondly. I want to be …
Learning to Dwell Deeply: An Invitation to Spend Time with God
If you’re anything like me, you have every good intention of delving into the Word of God and basking in His presence. You really WANT to spend time with God. You may briefly entertain visions of sitting in your overstuffed arm chair in front of your window, snuggling up with your Bible and java in the wee hours of the …