Running the Race (Hebrews 12:1)
It’s our anniversary this week. My husband Ryan and I will be married 17 years, but if you follow me on social media you won’t see any soul mate, sappy posts from me. No fairy tale romance professions here. Of course, we will celebrate and we have a lot to celebrate. It’s not because we aren’t …
Hello friends! Have you been wondering where I am? Well, I can assure you I have not quit writing I am just taking some time to rest my soul. You see, huge life changes have a way of draining us. Although the plan was always to leave the Nebraska Panhandle I am grieving some things …
What do you do when you are an introvert and perfectionist and the thought of hospitality in your home means that the planets must all be in perfect alignment? Or, maybe what holds you back from extending an invitation is different than mine. Whether it’s finances, schedules, or your opinion on the state of your …
Hi all. I’ve updated one of my favorite posts for those who are new to my site. This is my heart. Following Jesus isn’t about keeping all the rules or finding the “right” religion. It about love. Once you truly decide to follow Christ, the heart change takes place on its own. There will never be perfection …
So, it happened. The septic alarm went off at 9:00 last Thursday night. We now have a routine when this happens after conversations with our septic pumper guy and the Culligan man. We know exactly how many gallons are left in the tank when the alarm goes off. Realistically, it should last our household 2 …
Here we are in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. It’s beautiful. The landscape is much different from where I have lived for the last 17 years. It’s more like where I grew up in Connecticut with the hills, trees and lakes. In the years past, when I have met people who have visited Connecticut from …
Teedie grew up in a very wealthy family. He lived in an enormous house with an extensive garden. He had opportunity to travel the world, was educated by the finest tutors and governesses. He even had his own petting zoo, a collection of animals that he raised. One might say Teedie’s childhood was the stuff …
The moving truck pulled away a couple of weeks ago. I’m not going to sugarcoat it. I have spent some time blazingly mad at my husband for moving us to Wisconsin. Yes, the job opportunity was a great one and yes, there are so much more opportunities here for our kids. But, this isn’t …
This is my story – well not really- it’s Jamie Ivey’s, but it could be. The backstory is different. But. I, like many of you, have a story. There are parts of this story that, even though they have shaped me into who I am today, I would like to erase. It is easy to …
God’s mercies are new every day. Most mornings I watch the sunrise. Some days start with a sharp, vivid display. Gold light casts over the rugged edges of the sandstone. Darkness seeps into the soft ridges, soon replaced by the warm sand tones of the bluffs. Other mornings begin as soft whispers of …