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
Tag: Grace
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…
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
The Brevity of Life
I’ve been thinking about death more than usual over the past year. And it’s not what you may be thinking. It all started with Tori. Before her diagnosis I don’t … Continue reading The Brevity of Life
Past vs. Future
Don’t let someone’s failure in the past prevent you from seeing what could be a beautiful future.
Taking Steps Toward Objectivity
Last week, a couple of friends asked me how I manage to remain fairly objective with my observations of current events and I have been thinking about it ever since. … Continue reading Taking Steps Toward Objectivity
Joyful Sadness (Ezra 3:10-13)
“When the builders completed the foundation of the Lord’s Temple, the priests put on their robes and took their places to blow their trumpets. And the Levites, descendants of Asaph, … Continue reading Joyful Sadness (Ezra 3:10-13)
Choose Grace
I’m feeling bold today so here we go. It’s been a long week. I’ve seen so much interpersonal conflict around me in the last three days and it has ALL … Continue reading Choose Grace
Good Can Come From Bad Neighbors
Sometimes we learn the most from less-than-ideal neighbors. I would know because I’ve had my fair share of neighbors I wished would move away. In our almost ten years of … Continue reading Good Can Come From Bad Neighbors
I’m Not the Mom I Thought I’d Be
We all have preconceived notions and expectations about what our lives will look like. For me, I always assumed that I’d marry fairly young and have a family (like generations … Continue reading I’m Not the Mom I Thought I’d Be
Even So, Joy 