[I have been tempted to remove this post along with cleaning out a couple of others that have been deemed by some as "too personal." However, I have chosen to leave these more intimate posts here for two reasons: one) they matter. I don't want...
“You were given life; it is your duty (and also your entitlement as a human being) to find something beautiful within life, no matter how slight.” {Elizabeth Gilbert}~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~"I really like me and I'm proud of who I am," a thought I never imagined having skipped through...
I heard someone refer to "likes" on Instagram and Facebook as the modern day Valentine cards we used to get in elementary school. When I was in elementary school this was a huge deal. Maybe it was just me or maybe it was just my school...
Photo Source: The Atlantic The date on my computer screen says 1/1/2014. A new year. Some people say this is a new start, a chance for a new beginning. The new year is the time to hit the restart button or gain a "do-over" in life. I...
At the beginning of last year I joined a new small group. It was the first time I had shared my testimony in a while and as I told my story I said something along the lines of this: "If I had to choose one word...
I haven't written in two weeks. I have sat down many times to do so...
Something I am discovering: We don't always take the time to know ourselves. Many times it takes life being thrust upon. It hits us like a tidal wave and we are forced to make a decision: drown or allow this moment to show you your...
