I promised myself that I would step over the piles of laundry to get out the door to the gym. When I returned, I would look at the piles with more determination instead of the overwhelming sinking feeling that I get when I look at the dirty laundry that my household produces.

I’m going to be real with ya’ll… Read more…

How many times have you heard the phrases “it’s all a part of your journey” or “struggle makes you stronger?” I can remember being told and also uttering these sayings to others. They sound inspiring and hold a great truth, but when asked if you would really want to endure these struggles, most people would prefer the opposite. When you… Read more…

I try so hard to be “polished.” To be polite, respectful, kind, gentle. I try to be well-dressed and punctual. I work hard at giving to others and serving. I want to be authentic…I always have. Yet, in the midst of that genuine heart and authenticity – I still strive to be “polished.”

You do know what I mean, don’t… Read more…

I was cleaning up around the kitchen sink last night and on the window sill I have a small bowl which is a catch-all for stray bottle caps, etc. It needed cleaning out – two caps in the trash and at the bottom of the bowl was a black soda cap with the question, “Are you thirsty?” My first thought… Read more…

“Honey, did you see the suntan lotion?” I called out to my hubby.

As I stuffed various items into my suitcase, I anticipated the best cruise ever.

We’d worked hard all year long. We sacrificed and at times, had emotional indigestion from the stress that life brought.

As I zipped my suitcase, jammed with sundresses, sandals and swimwear, I could… Read more…

Before the wreck that took my husband, five and a half year old daughter, and two and a half week old son, I thought I had an endless supply of time. My family and I appreciated the days we had, but we also dreamed of all of the tomorrows. Then, in the blink of an eye, time with them here… Read more…

Don’t let self-made boundaries separate you from what God made you to do.