Growth happens. The very essence of growth is being broken or stretched, and built up again. We can kick and scream the whole time, or we can embrace it. It's not about liking the wounds themselves, but about letting them heal. Not running or denying the pain. Not pretending you're alright. But living in a state of … Continue reading Exposed & Soft & Raw
Category: Life Giving Self
Five Disciplines That Made Me More Productive
I often feel conflicted in my personality. I’m borderline Type-A, with high aspirations and self motivation. I’m not super interested in building a career, which most Type-A personalities are, but I hold myself to high standards of production and I require results from myself. I like my house very organized and tidy. I can get stressed … Continue reading Five Disciplines That Made Me More Productive
Uncomfortable and Unfinished
I’m sitting here in my little nook at the kitchen table. I’m thinking about how I wish I had more. More space to create a little office for myself. More money to decorate my house (because 85% of our furniture is hand-me-down). I’m sitting here thinking I wish I had more proof I am successful and … Continue reading Uncomfortable and Unfinished
My Lenten Journey, Part One.
One of my goals for 2016 was to participate in Lent. Traditionally, Lent is a time for fasting and reflection in the 6 weeks leading up to Easter. It's a time we remember our sinful nature, our need for redemption, and a time to turn to Jesus in repentance. Today, I was meditating on this verse: … Continue reading My Lenten Journey, Part One.



