I am extremely passionate about women of all ages recognizing the precious and rare goodness that God has put inside of us. I think part of that reason might be because, after so many years of fighting who God made me to be, I am finally embracing it. I’m not saying it’s easy, and I certainly have not mastered it. What I am saying is that I’m trying and wow, it’s liberating! For the days where we forget or doubt or even wonder if we have a place in this world, I want to remind you (and me) there are a few things we all have that no one else has.
How to Change the Social Media Game for Good
Most of us have a love/hate relationship with social media. We love to keep up with friends and family but despise seeing all the negativity floating around cyberspace. Let’s consider a few things to change the social media game in 2018.
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When the New Year Still Feels Old
New year, new goals…same problems. When the clock strikes 12:00 suddenly every problem, every worry, and every broken piece suddenly disappears into sparkly fairy dust and all is well. Or, at least, we would like it to be. But the reality is when January arrives, our December 31 follows and somehow the new year still feels old.
Why We Should Rest (and How NOT to Feel Guilty About It)
One thing I learned in 2017 is the value of rest. Rest is a BIG DEAL and we often ignore it. I used to (and sometimes still) get crazy anxious on the days I tried to rest. Instead of focusing on rest, I focused on how I was not doing anything and put pressure on myself to tackle another to-do on my constantly growing list. Does anyone else suffer from the rester’s guilt? It’s a real thing.
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How I’m Prepping to Make 2018 the Best Year Yet
How in the world is 2017 almost over?! While I have loved 2017, I REALLY love a fresh start! Lord knows I am all about new beginnings. I am excited about a new year because I know that I have the power to make it my best year yet. I have always been afraid to make new year’s resolutions out of fear of not following through, but this year…it’s different. [Read more…] about How I’m Prepping to Make 2018 the Best Year Yet
What I Learned for a Girl Named Belinda
As 2017 is winding down, I am doing quite a bit of reflecting. As I was thinking back to our trip to California this summer, I came across the memory of a young, vibrant worker at IN-N-OUT Burger. Her name is Belinda. [Read more…] about What I Learned for a Girl Named Belinda