Well friends, we made it. There were times when I didn't think we would, but here we are at the end of our 31 day journey. I want to thank each of you who have offered words of encouragement and love during this challenge. It is because of you that I continue to write, to offer up words, and press forward. You bless me more than you know. Today I'd like to offer up a final prayer for the Spirit to continue working in your lives in the months ahead. During the Allume conference two weeks ago, Continue Reading
When the Darkness Becomes Comfortable
I once heard a friend say she liked to keep her house dimly lit because it hid all the dirt in her house. We were chatting with other moms and made jokes about how darkness was good for so many things, like hiding the mess we didn’t feel like cleaning for the hundredth time. And the dog would surely clean up those crumbs on the floor, right? Sometimes the darkness can become comfortable. We hide in its bleakness and feel like it protects us from the judgmental stares of others who have their Continue Reading
When You Feel Like You're Missing the Party
I could not stop looking at the other table. I tried to focus on my eating my meal and made eye contact with the women around me. We talked about our writing experience, what drew us to the conference and our hometowns. But every few minutes, my eyes would drift back to the table parked directly in front of the stage. Filled with authors, speakers and book contracts, I was certain this circle was the place to be. What were they talking about? What was the source of their laughter? A seat Continue Reading
