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.

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.

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.

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.

Wrapping up the year with a post on Merry vs. Happy Christmas and all the ways you celebrate. Plus my dad's Puerto Rican Egg Nog recipe.

A lovely feast of my favorite stories and treats for all things Thanksgiving.

This week I came across this question: "How do you practice true Thanksgiving?" Here's my answer, but it's a good one to ask yourself too.

Sharing the words, "come over" is a sweet opportunity to connect. Here's a favorite story about the impact of these two little words.

Sometimes it's easy to ask for what you need when it's simple stuff. Matters of the heart are a harder ask. Here's my story.