I took off work today in obedience to this Holy Day of Obligation. It was a struggle to even ask for it, against my people-pleasing ego in the midst of the busiest time of the year. Busy, not just because Christmas is coming, but year-end for accountants…sigh. Yet, once again, I find myself incredibly grateful … More Advent, Feast of the Immaculate Conception
The overwhelming feeling of this Advent season is that I must turn back to God. But what does it mean to turn back to God? Start over. Reform. “To reform literally means, not to make a new form, but to go back to the original form…back to that dream-form in the mind and heart of … More Advent, the evidence of faith, hope, and love
I almost gave up celebrating holidays. If you have been reading along on my journey, you are well aware of my souring relationship with society and the commercialization that attaches itself to almost everything we do. Being pulled along on a tidal wave of candy hearts and over-sized stuffed animals felt like one more … More Holiday = Holy Day
My kids are mad at me. Again. We have a rule in our house – no electronics after 9 pm. But simply stating a rule is powerless against the spells cast by the hypnotic blue glow. It’s my fault – I haven’t been enforcing said rule. Not surprisingly, everyone is tired, cranky, and distracted. So, … More Why Farva Died
I have been playing ping pong for months. Actually, years. Great game when it’s just for fun. Super frustrating when I’m wrestling with truth. The match is between chasing perfect and striving for holy living. I often feel like I am being tested – will I listen? obey? choose God? Testing is hard to understand. … More Holy Ping Pong
I’ve never overcome the habit of writing reminders on my hand. Sticky notes with quotes and to-dos plaster my desk, my car, my life. My favorite version is a T-shirt that has a simple phrase on it. Be a nice human. I need to become a nicer person. And I need to be reminded. I’m … More Be a Nice Human
Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you. ~Exodus 20:12 (ESV) I’m blogging today over at Me Too Moments for Moms. Click here to enjoy the post.
This journey continues to surprise me. I was running full speed from a world of too much giving. I had spread myself dangerously thin; if I had let one more person step on me I’m certain I would have shattered. I was craving a life of “less” which I thought would mean less of everything, … More The Circles – Part Nine – Everyone Else
Does anyone else feel like there is just too much to know? I’m trying to be a grown-up, I really am. But there is just so much to understand. To balance. To take care of. Spirituality. Physical Health. Family. Money. Taxes. Mental Health. Friends. Parenting. DIY Projects. Cultivating Passion. Service. Retirement. Politics. Debt. World Issues. … More The Circles – Part Eight – Mentors
Lunchrooms freak me out. I thought I would grow out of it once I left the paranoia known as the school cafeteria. But corporate lunchrooms, conference banquet halls, even church fellowship halls can get my heart racing. One wafting scent of food ready be served to the masses brings on an uncomfortable squirming feeling. Suddenly … More The Circles – Part Seven – Friends
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