Where do you live? Laura Tremaine’s new podcast — 10 Things to Tell You — asked the question this week, and I knew I couldn’t respond in just a small Instagram post… I have lived in only 4 places in my 35 years. I grew up in the tiny town of Howard City, Michigan, spent … Read More about Where do you live?
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An imperfect celebration of Candlemas
Do you ever have great intentions about doing something special with your kids, and then don’t plan properly, and end up just wanting to call the whole thing off? I had that this weekend. The liturgical calendar — the calendar of the church year — is commonly known for the seasons of Advent and Lent. … Read More about An imperfect celebration of Candlemas
Where
I’ve reached a point in my Christian life that I’m not proud of. (whew… what a way to start a post, huh?) I was the kid in my Sunday school class who nailed every single “sword drill” (did you do these? put your Bible on top of your head, the teacher would call out a … Read More about Where
The minimalist life chose me
There’s a new show on Netflix this month getting lots of buzz. It stars a cute little Japanese lady, who helps people minimize the amount of stuff in their homes. It’s perfect for everyone making decluttering new year’s resolutions. Have you seen it? I haven’t (yet)… and I haven’t read her books either. But I … Read More about The minimalist life chose me
Better
Good. Better. Best. It’s a phrase I’m come to appreciate in many areas of my life. There are lots of things I *know* I *should* be doing, but feel guilty for not giving 100%. Food choices. Amount of exercise. Volunteering at my kids’ school. Bible study. Sleep. Do you have any New Year’s resolutions? How … Read More about Better
Liturgical Journal: Advent Week 4 & Christmas
As I work my way through the liturgical calendar this year, I hope to chronicle as much as I can about how I’m celebrating each season. Read Advent Week 1 here and Weeks 2 & 3 here. Advent Week 4 Week 4 of Advent this year was the second-shortest it could possibly be. With Christmas Day … Read More about Liturgical Journal: Advent Week 4 & Christmas
