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Celebrating All the Dads I've Known and Loved
Who has fathered you well? Whether or not you call them dad, here's an invitation to celebrate those who have nurtured you along the way.

Cara McLauchlan


Do This When You Need to Be Reminded of Good Things
We all struggle. But how do you stay reminded of the good things in your life? Here's how I stay focused on the good stuff in life.

Cara McLauchlan


What I Wish I Knew at Graduation: 5 Good Thoughts
What would older you share with 18-year-old you? Here are five good thoughts on what I wish I knew at graduation.

Cara McLauchlan


7 Ways Keeping a Journal Can Make You a Better Human
I’ve always kept a journal. Only recently have I come to realize what a lifegiving practice it is. Here are 7 great reasons to make it part of your life.

Cara McLauchlan


The Greatest Mom Quality of All Time
My mom was a vixen. But beyond her beauty and cooking skills like Julia Child, was a better quality. Here's her story of listening well.

Cara McLauchlan


The Secret to Adventure
One good question revealed more adventure for me. Here's my story about how a secret wilderness path led me to new discoveries.

Cara McLauchlan


12 Well-Loved Springtime Recipes
Spring makes me long for all things new, especially what I put on my plate. Here are 12 well-loved spring recipes for spring-spiration.

Cara McLauchlan


5 Surprising Things I Learned on a Mission Trip
Despite having almost nothing to contribute on a mission trip, I learned all that mattered is I had a willing heart. Here’s my story.

Cara McLauchlan


How To Listen As If Your Life Depends On It
I long for God’s words but can’t quiet my mind long enough to hear from Him. Here’s three ways I’m learning to listen well.

Cara McLauchlan


3 Ways to Slow Down with Scripture
When I read the Psalms, they slow me down. Here are three ways that invite the best me, through the calming work of scripture.

Cara McLauchlan


50 Cheery Winter Things for You
What's cheering you on? I decided to make a list of all the life-giving winter things to remind myself of what's good no matter the season.

Cara McLauchlan


A Few Kind Reminders for Your Heart at Christmas
Ever feel like the holidays are too much? Me too. Here are some kind reminders that I created for my heart in hopes they encourage you too.

Cara McLauchlan


All Things Advent for You
How do you Advent? Here is a collection of all my favorite Advent goodies, along with a few new resources I'm enjoying this season.

Cara McLauchlan


14 Encouraging Practices For You
As we head into the holidays, here are 14 encouraging practices. We all need reminding of good things, starting within each of us.

Cara McLauchlan


Your Invitation to Be a Beginner
Being a beginner is so much fun - you don't have to know it all while pursuing something you love. Where are you a beginner in your life?

Cara McLauchlan


How to Be the Light Wherever You Are
My heart is longing for light right now. As I share this, I'm reminding myself that we can always share the light right where we are.

Cara McLauchlan


3 Good Questions About What's Your Calling
What's your calling? I wish I knew with certainty. Here are three questions I'm considering to answer that question.

Cara McLauchlan


5 Calming Fall Practices for You
Fall is a great time to turn over a new leaf of something good. Here are five ideas I'm sharing in hopes they encourage you to do the same.

Cara McLauchlan


My Favorite Psalm for a Wilderness Season - Psalm 27
Psalm 27 sounded like a scripture you might frame or embroider on a pillow. Now, I see it as a battle-tested anthem for wilderness seasons.

Cara McLauchlan


How to Love A Good Failure
Failure stinks. Or does it? Recently I was reminded that failure might be the fastest route to the best version of me. Here's my story.

Cara McLauchlan
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