The night is hurtling towards the early morning hours but I lie awake with my mind spinning. A sleepless night with no distractions is my enemy. I push away memories like ping pong balls in my head, only to have them return, jolting, distorted, as … Continue reading Clinging to a Mustard Seed
Self Care and the Christian Life
I grew up attending a conservative Christian school. Our skirts needed to be no more than 4 inches above the knee, and we had devotions every day and chapel once a week. I learned many of the foundational truths of my life in that school. … Continue reading Self Care and the Christian Life
Some Photos
Since my brother died in 2011, I have taken my kids to see his stone each spring, and posted pictures. It is a peaceful and lovely place for them to run around. I hope to foster an environment where we feel comfortable talking about … Continue reading Some Photos
How To Organize Your Life in 3.5 Years
In 2011, I started going through a book called One Year to an Organized Life. I got through it earlier this year (yes, I realize it's 2015), and here are some lessons I've learned along the way: 1.) If you want to have an organized life … Continue reading How To Organize Your Life in 3.5 Years
A Response to the Ten Non-Commandments of Atheism
In my last post, I introduced this response to the 10 non-commandments of Atheism that some dudes compiled. I don’t believe these dudes or this list is representative of all atheists any more than I believe the Tea Party is representative of all Christians. But, … Continue reading A Response to the Ten Non-Commandments of Atheism
A Pre-Ramble to my Response to the Ten Non-Commandments of Atheism
As I was poking around the world of internet news a while ago, I discovered an article about some dudes who wrote a book about what to do once you decide you’re an atheist, and then created a contest for people to send in what … Continue reading A Pre-Ramble to my Response to the Ten Non-Commandments of Atheism
Cancun from a Hotel Bed
Hi friends, I haven't seen you in a while. I spent most of February being super stressed out about our first family vacation to Mexico, and most of March recovering from said vacation. We went to Cancun since there are government warnings not to go … Continue reading Cancun from a Hotel Bed
1000 Voices Speak for Compassion
Today, bloggers and writers are posting pieces related to compassion as part of an initiative called 1000 Voices Speak for Compassion. #1000Speak was born out of a desire to flood the internet with good on February 20. I was excited to have my essay published on mamalode.com … Continue reading 1000 Voices Speak for Compassion
Why I Like Being a Working Mom (Sometimes)
Lately, I've noticed a lot of articles and such on whether it's better to be a working mom or a stay-at-home mom. So I figured I’d put in my two sense. I have a great job. I find my work meaningful and my coworkers are like … Continue reading Why I Like Being a Working Mom (Sometimes)
The Bachelor Hit a New Low Tonight
After watching The Bachelor tonight, I can honestly say that it has reached a new low. I can’t honestly say that I’ll never watch it again, because we all know it’s about as addictive as crack. But, much like crack, I crave watching it, need … Continue reading The Bachelor Hit a New Low Tonight
Mercy in the Madness 