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.

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.

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.

Could average be your superpower? When it comes to changing the world for God, ordinary may be just the thing.

What did you learn this summer? Here are my three takeaways, along with a summer's end picnic menu in case you need some inspiration.

No one in my home is heading back to school this season. But here are a few sweet words for parents as they prepare for the year ahead.

What books have defined you so far? Here are five books that have shaped the person I am today.

I love adventure. But I'm not always good at it. Here are three ideas I'm working on to invite more adventure into my daily life.

Summer is the perfect time to do something brave. Here's my story about surfing and the adventure of pursuing an outlandish dream.

How's your Maycember going? May is more than ever like December now, minus the cookies. Here's what's good around here.

Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my April. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my March. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

March makes me long for all the springy things - including fresh books and bright recipes. Here's what I've been into this month.

Rest is something I know is good for me, but I'm not good at practicing. Here are a few gentle reminders to encourage more restful living.

Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my February. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

It's love week and to celebrate I'm sharing three amateur thoughts about marriage. Not as an expert, but simple truths that always sustain.

My friend Barbara loves Mondays. So much she calls them "Mon-Yays." Wherever you land, here are three ideas to love Mondays a smidge more.

Winter is meant for puttering - a little of this and that. Especially perusing a few good books - here are my winter favs.

What's to love about January? Turns out there are quite a few ordinary lovely things.

Singer Carly Simon famously said, "These are the good ole days." What if that's true? Here's an invitation to celebrate the ordinary things.