The calendar says it’s time for Easter and spring, but the weather has had us a little unsure lately. (There’s even a chance of snow predicted for Easter Sunday evening!) But Good Friday provided a little respite from the rain, clouds, and more rain with a beautiful day of sunshine, so I couldn’t resist a praise walk and a little extra time at the lake after a morning of prayer and communion at church… Thanking God for many blessings!… Read the rest

I hope this weekend finds you taking in the goodness all around you, wherever you are. I’m hoping to make this a frequent type of post where I share links and encouragements I have come across or been reminded of recently, praying they can be blessings to you as well.… Read the rest

Sharing what feels like a deeply personal “big announcement” in an age of social media can be a difficult challenge for me to navigate sometimes. So I’m sure those of you who know me won’t be surprised that it’s taking me a lot of words to share about what feels like the most difficult decision I’ve ever made.… Read the rest

The words from the doctor were pretty deflating. “Well, as we get older…” is not a comforting phrase to preface bad news, either. More discouraging thoughts soon followed–feeling guilty for my own poor eating choices, reprimanding myself for not paying more attention to my health, and dreading the possibility of even more results and consequences that could be coming.… Read the rest