The visitor arrived on the third Friday in September of my fifth-grade year. It slithered its way in unannounced, descending upon our home and bringing with it a canopy of sorrow. During a perfectly normal afternoon, somewhere between afternoon snacks and the excitement of Friday night football, I was introduced to death. I became acquainted with death in the same… Read More

I’ve probably written this post about one-hundred times—between in my head and on the computer screen–because I haven’t been able to say what I want to say exactly how I want to say it. And let me tell you, that’s frustrating for someone who really loves words. Instead of the constant sound of clickity-clack on my keyboard, it’s been replaced… Read More

I’ve been thinking about where I live an abnormal amount lately. We’re selling our house and preparing to move, so every thought of mine is consumed with this. I love the comfort and consistency of home and if I’m being honest, I dislike hate change. And moving means change. And change isn’t fun for me. Even good change. Can you relate? Where… Read More

Faith is the assurance (substance) of things hoped for, the conviction (evidence) of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1 When you think of the great men and women of faith in the Bible, are you like me and forget that they weren’t superheroes? It’s easy from our perspective—sitting on this side of the page—to lose sight of the fact that they… Read More

In today’s mid-week musing I’m sharing a few of my favorite blog posts I’ve read and enjoyed this past week. You’ll notice today’s post is coming to you on Thursday rather than Wednesday. One word—School. (Where’s the palm-faced emoji when you need it?) There are some great reads here today—enjoy! Mid-week musing: Fear or Faith… Cam talks about one of… Read More