It’s been almost six years since I wrote this post about the playroom we created for Tori in the midst of medical appointments and uncertainty. It was a project of … Continue reading New Playroom and Redemptive Joy
You Are Probably Being Manipulated
I wrote this Tweet a little over a month ago as a quick expression of a much deeper conversation happening within my mind. The longer I have been removed from … Continue reading You Are Probably Being Manipulated
Book Review: Tacos for Two
Tacos for Two by Betsy St. Amant is a fun, compelling story of unexpected romance – and a lot of Mexican food. From the back of the book: Rory Perez, … Continue reading Book Review: Tacos for Two
What I ask when I feel offended…
When I feel offended by something or learn new information that goes against what I currently believe, I’ve learned to embrace this perfect opportunity to sit in that feeling for … Continue reading What I ask when I feel offended…
Maybe there’s little to fear…
I have found myself so much more at peace since discovering this truth: The other party isn’t my enemy, isn’t out to destroy our country, and isn’t evil. It’s so … Continue reading Maybe there’s little to fear…
Book Review: Under the Bayou Moon
Under the Bayou Moon by Valerie Fraser Luesse is a captivating journey to 1940s rural Louisiana. I was drawn in from the beginning and felt as though I had been … Continue reading Book Review: Under the Bayou Moon
Book Review: The Nature of Small Birds
The Nature of Small Birds by Susie Finkbeiner is a beautiful story of a family, told in This Is Us style (jumping between three different years), with a little bit … Continue reading Book Review: The Nature of Small Birds
There are Stories to Tell and Lives to Save
“I know more about Krabbe than I’ll ever know about Collin.” Kevin Cushman My friend, Kevin, made this statement at a recent Krabbe panel in which we both participated and … Continue reading There are Stories to Tell and Lives to Save
Being Misunderstood & Offering Grace
I’ve felt compassion for – and grace toward – many decision-makers in our country lately. There’s one in particular with whom I feel a kinship of sorts because of how … Continue reading Being Misunderstood & Offering Grace
Book Review: A Lady in Attendance
Rachel Fordham’s A Lady in Attendance has a little bit of everything – history, romance, adventure, crime, and forgiveness. The story flows smoothly and kept me wondering what would happen … Continue reading Book Review: A Lady in Attendance
Even So, Joy 