I get it. I get it. If you know me in person or through social media, then you know that lattes (despite drinking lots of decaf) and lavender (plus ALL the oils) are my jam. But, I thought I would share a few other things inspiring me these days. First on my inspiration list is... Continue Reading →
Introspection {A tale of an ordinary girl}
As a generation, we are not introspective - self-centered, yes, but not philosophically questioning. Somewhere in the glitz and the glam of social media, we've forgotten to evaluate who we are at the core of our God-created beings, but rather gotten very skilled at the art of broadcasting the pieces of ourselves that measure up,... Continue Reading →
I will lift my eyes up.
I find my Bible opening more and more often to the Psalms. Why? The words mirror my heart. Joy bubbles up. Truth is extolled. Grief consumes. As though I live a symphony, I am part of those harmonious undertones. Discordant notes trill with the more pleasant ones. My fingers fly up and down the scales without... Continue Reading →
Gift #3. Friday nights.
Leftovers. Extra-large sweatshirt. TV tray. Cross-legged on couch. Movie. That's my definition of a Friday night - at least this Friday night. Catching myself yawning during first period pledges and prayer this morning, I sought relief in the depths of two white styrofoam cups full of teacher sludge coffee. By fifth period, I was talking so... Continue Reading →