For months now I have debated just how far to go in this space in identifying myself as a feminist. The word has so many weird connotations with it. Bra burning. Female power. Man-hate. But I wear bras. I love my husband. And I desire to see empowerment for all. And that is what I […]
It’s Time to Talk Postpartum Depression
Last week I traveled to Colorado and had the opportunity to see good friends, explore my old neighborhood, and speak at a local MOPS group. The topic was Postpartum Depression. What is it? What are the symptoms? What causes it? How can we prevent it? etc. I have been pretty candid with friends and family […]
God Called Me By Name :: A bit of my sto...
Have I written about weariness? Probably here and there. But I am honestly not sure if I have taken the opportunity to write about the part of weariness which is closest to my heart. It’s in my name. This post is part of Five Minute Friday. Every Friday, writers from around the world take five […]
The prayer I pray today, when my questio...
I don’t have all of the answers. I like to think I do. As a pastor and teacher of all things Bible and theology, for five years people came to me for “the answers.” But when I was referenced in a sermon or meeting, “Ask Leah,” I felt a sense of shame and embarrassment. Because […]