‘Joy’ Category Archive

Someone put a cactus in the refrigerator at the office and wrote a note saying it was for everyone to share…what?! Do people EAT cacti? Is this the latest vegetable craze that I missed? I’m pretty sure even if cacti was delicious I STILL wouldn’t go through the work of trying not to cut up my mouth to eat it! Have you ever heard of people eating cacti or do you think someone was just pranking… … Continue reading

No, I’m not a diva!But I might act like one today…It’s picture day today at WAY-FM. Yep, just like back in grade school. We all have to line up, stress about our hair looking perfect, then get our photo taken for WAY-FM promotional materials. I hate this. Like I REALLY hate this. I literally tried to get out of picture day, but they said NO!  I typical have no problem having my picture taken, but when… … Continue reading

Is your church friendly?Maybe an even more important question is: “Are you friendly at your church?” These are questions I had to ask myself after a rough church experience on Sunday. I am currently “church shopping” and if I’m honest, I hate it! It has been so hard to attend lots of different churches. Growing up as a pastor’s daughter, I am used to having a home church that is almost like family. I went… … Continue reading

I’m not a homemaker. I’m just not.The problem is, I wish I was. I especially wish this in a day when every woman’s past time seems to be DIY projects and amazing pinterest meals. I’m not good at these things. Surely, I can improve slightly, but this is not a God-given ability of mine. I recently visited the home of a friend named Talitha and I was memorized by the beauty of her pinterest perfect… … Continue reading

Daddy Blogger Defends Stay-at-Home Moms, Gets Blindsided by Critics

Daddy Blogger Defends Stay-at-Home Moms, Gets Blindsided by CriticsI had no idea that defending stay-at-home Moms could cause such an uproar! This blogger quickly found out that it’s a tough issue. My mom was a stay-at-home mom while I was growing up and I saw how busy and stressed she was all the time. It’s like a job that you never get to leave, it’s 24/7. Yet so many working moms seem not to respect… … Continue reading

Being Beautiful is About More Than Just Looks

Being Beautiful is About More Than Just LooksAdvertising so often tells girls that we are “not good enough.” This is why I am thankful for a new campaign in New York City that is encouraging girls to realize that they are beautiful just the way they are! However, some people have responded negatively to this campaign because they say it only proves the point that girls are too focused on beauty in the first place.… … Continue reading