Have you ever showed up somewhere and discovered that someone else was basically wearing the same outfit? As women, we always put a lot of thought into our outfits so when someone else shows up in a similar outfit it’s always shocking. Last night my friend Brandi showed up at Bible study wearing almost the exact same thing that I was wearing. There was a moment of laughter and yet in the back of my… … Continue reading →

Why Do We Choose to Go “Solo” so Often?

Why Do We Choose to Go “Solo” so Often? If God created us to live and dwell in community, why is our first tendency to handle the rough stuff in our lives all on our own? When people ask how we are doing, our automatic response is “fine,” even if we are anything but fine. I am trying to learn to embrace the community that God has given me and allow those close to me… … Continue reading →

Yep, this is always me… … Continue reading →

I just had the insane urge to take a trip to NYC to see some broadway shows…however my bank account quickly spoke up and reminded me that I can’t afford any of that jazz!!  … Continue reading →

When we say, “Lord, give me your eyes” do we really understand what that means?

When we say, “Lord, give me your eyes” do we really understand what that means?This blog post challenged me. How often do we sing along with Brandon Heath’s song, “Give Me Your Eyes” without really realizing what that looks like. Viewing people as Jesus does changes our responses to them. As Susan shares, looking at people like Jesus does breaks your heart, in ways you may not expect.  … Continue reading →

Yep…I decided to go to the gym this morning and quickly realized I’m no Shaun T! … Continue reading →

This coffee caused me some major embarrassment this morning… I attempted to find a new coffee shop and had high expectations for delicious drinks and new friends! I am one of those weird people who loves to pay with exact change. The problem is, I never remember to close my change purse. As I started walking away from the counter I somehow spilled about $5 in change all over the floor! It was so loud… … Continue reading →

I just bought a new Mac computer and I still haven’t opened it. I get too afraid that I will break it! I AM accident prone so this is a realistic fear. Then I stumbled upon this video and couldn’t stop laughing! Especially because if I was carrying two iMacs I would definitely drop them for real…(Source: https://www.youtube.com/) … Continue reading →

I just bought a new Mac computer and I still haven’t opened it. I get too afraid that I will break it! I AM accident prone so this is a realistic fear. Then I stumbled upon this video and couldn’t stop laughing! Especially because if I was carrying two iMacs I would definitely drop them for real…(Source: https://www.youtube.com/) … Continue reading →

Non-Football Fans Survival Guide to Football Season

Non-Football Fans Survival Guide to Football Season I must say, I hate football. I have tried to like it. I really have. I never went to a school that had a football team so still don’t even fully understand the game! I am embarrassed by this, and have spent many games asking questions and trying to grasp what was happening. However, there are many football lovers in my life and I desire to understand their… … Continue reading →