I've spent most of my life entangled in a to-do list. I get a thrill marking items off once complete. The other morning, as I sat praying and trying to have quiet time, (as much as I can with a toddler flying airplanes through the living room) my thoughts were scattered. My mind kept drifting to the list of stuff I wanted to complete that day. I was desperate for release from the list. I asked God to clear my head. "Lord, help me to focus on you," I prayed. "I don't want to be Continue Reading
Five Minute Friday {Messenger}
We all have a story. There are hard parts and wonderful parts - each intertwining for a purpose. Jesus wants us to share them. It is through our joy and our sorrow that His light breaks forth. We are His messengers. 2 Corinthians 5:20 says, We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. The message is ultimately the same. Jesus is love. We are in desperate need of a Savior. In Christ alone, our hope is found. It's all about Continue Reading
Five Minute Friday {Hands}
Yesterday we explored a new park. One that's been tucked within our city the entire 12 years I've lived here, yet I only just discovered it. Jackson chased squirrels and squealed at geese. He ran across bridges and I held my breath, praying he didn't fall into the water. As we walked along among the vibrant flowers, Jackson looked up at me with his chocolate eyes and reached for my hand. His chubby hand found a home within mine and we walked underneath the morning sun. Staring Continue Reading
Five Minute Friday {Nothing}
There's nothing quite like connecting with a like-minded writer, mama, and woman. Stephanie and I first connected online. She had used the same publisher I was considering, and I wanted to hear about her experience. Imagine my surprise when I found out she lived just minutes from my in-laws outside of St. Louis. We arranged to meet at a Starbucks and I bombarded her with questions. A few weeks ago I reached out to Stephanie once again to get her advice on growing my speaking ministry. Continue Reading
Five Minute Friday {Close}
A thin mist warned me the water was getting close. I dodged the cold droplets to keep my camera from getting wet, while simultaneously clicking the button. He squealed as he ran through the sprinkler. When I close my eyes years from now these are the images I want to remember. Those lush dark lashes. Those full lips making a wish. The radiant face of a water-lovin little boy. Those chubby fingers. I want to remember the joy of grabbing my camera and Continue Reading