Depression or dealing with symptoms of depression in some form has been my near constant companion for the past twenty years. I type that and think, wow, can that be right? I have had seasons where I have not taken medication and been fine, times when I thought I was completely cured. But even when […]
I Need to Stop Trying
One of my favorite songs is Colbie Caillat’s Try. It is such a beautiful picture of the way we try so hard to be all things to all people – especially as we look at beauty. (more on beauty in a brief book review below) But I think it applies to all things in life. […]
The Winner is…
From my Facebook Page…. (please ignore all of the Trades of Hope stuff. I have a party I’m prepping for tonight!) and I don’t know why it only shows half of my face. Click here to see the full video!!
Two Books by Women for Women on Internat...
International Women’s Day is nearing its end, but I still want to celebrate a little bit my most favorite way: with books! Books written about girls who solved mysteries, conquered fears, and persevered through life’s hang ups formed my childhood. The characters became my friends in my inner life. From Laura Ingalls Wilder‘s adventures across the […]
Q & A with Dorothy Greco: Author of “Mak
This past weekend I had the chance to get away with my friends and fellow writers of the Redbud Writers Guild in Chicagoland. It was a restful time and also a worshipful time as we realigned our center with God, fellowshipped with one another, and learned more about our craft. I am excited to share with […]
The Two Books Preparing Me for 2017 {I h...
If you have been following me on Instagram or Facebook, you may have seen some posts lately about books I LOVE. They include Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit by Whitney R. Simpson and Sacred Ordinary Days: Liturgical Planner. I want to share them with you, because I think they could be tools […]
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown {“The P
Last year when Costco sold “The Peanuts Holiday Collection,” I couldn’t help myself. I envisioned my boys and myself snuggled on the couch empathizing with Charlie Brown’s insecurities, absorbing the truth of the gospel as preached by Linus, and rejoicing as his friends recognize that Charlie Brown is much more than any of them believe. […]
New Book :: “Holidays for the Hurting” b
The holidays stir up all the feelings. Hope. Joy. Nostalgia. Perhaps nausea? The truth is for many December is the hardest month of the year for many individuals and families. At this time our hearts especially hurt for the loved ones who are missing around the table. The stress of the season can cause us […]
“Heart Matters in Early Motherhood” Sara
After Jack was born I was undone by all of the different books, blogs, and opinions on mothering. From attachment parenting to Ferber I was confused and overwhelmed by the choices and sense of judgment in the mothering community. Having never done this before (and being one of the first of my friends to have […]