Where Are You Finding Joy in Ordinary Places?
A funny story about how joy shows up in unexpected places -- like a bait and tackle restaurant in the Everglades.
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What Was Your Year in a Word?
Looking back over your year, what is one word to describe what you learned? Here's my story about my word, diligence.
A Christmas Sonnet
My gift to you this Christmas - a beautiful sonnet from my friend Theresa.
How Can You Treasure the Season?
What is your favorite part of the Christmas story? Mine is just one line from Luke 2. Here's my story about Mary's example of pondering.
Your True Christmas
What does a true Christmas look like for you? Here's my story of when I decided to stop doing Christmas and start being Christmas.
The Year My 11-Year-Old Cooked Thanksgiving
Yes 11-year-olds can absolutely cook the Thanksgiving feast. Here's my Hell's Kitchen moment, saved by a spunky kid willing to step up.
My Father's Rice and Beans
Rice and beans meant home to my dad. Here's my story of how home is where you decide to make it.
What's Your Idea of a Beautiful Feast?
Recently I was overwhelmed by a lavish feast in the mountains. It. reminded me how God wants to bless us, but we have to be ready.
Feast - 10 Ideas on Ordinary Feasting
November is the perfect month to consider how we gather around the table. Here are 10 simple ideas for everyday feasting.
One Great Question to Transform Your Day
Could one question really change your day? Maybe. It's a fun experiment to try out. Here's my story of the day-changer question.
The Power of Homeschooling with Cara McLauchlan
What a privilege to be featured on The Walkshow with Walker Neer as we discuss, "The Power of Homeschooling."
Today's Most Important Thing - The Daily Meal
The daily meal is our chance to celebrate the sacred and the ordinary. How using the good China reminds me to celebrate family every day.
What I’m Learning About Living Well
How a chance encounter at a tailgate reminded me to live. A story about Jenny who changed my mind about how we view our days.
Ending the Homecoming Queen Habit
I always wanted to be the Homecoming Queen. Even though it never happened, here's my story of quitting the approval contest for good.
What to Do When Hurricanes of the Heart Strike
When storms come, I know how to prepare. But what do I do for personal storms? Here are 3 ideas on handling storms of the heart.
3 Ideas on Making Your Home a True Refuge
Creating a true refuge is more than a home's decor. Here are three ideas for considering the soul of your sanctuary.
Favorite Fall Things
My 15 favorite fall things. I hope it inspires you to make your own list to enjoy the season.
The Simple But Lovely Act of Checking In
Our healthcare workers desperately need your encouragement. Here are a few simple ways to share the love.
The Very Best Back-to-School Advice
The back-to-school season inspired me to share my best advice as my son headed out. It turns out, the best advice is no advice: just love.