"It is well with my soul," I told my husband last night. He commented back that's because my life is going well right now. Not so, I argued. I felt misunderstood and so did he. I've had life going well and I've not been well. Actually, my soul hasn't been well most of my life. No one knew it. I made sure I looked good. Spit polished and shiny. And Continue Reading
Thankful for Acceptance and Grace
Thankful this Thursday for:acceptance and grace.Great things are happened in my heart lately, along with a tug of war with God about being completely transparent. Today was one of those mornings when I let me all hang out at my writers group. I felt naked. And ugly.I shared my insecurities and shed a couple tears. For some reason, I still jump Continue Reading
Freedom Shoes
Walking in freedom feels so good. I've loved the breakthroughs I've had this year. Each year I find my faith growing. More and more I'm believing the Truth and pushing away the lies. Lately, I'm quick to catch myself when I'm trying to earn God's approval. I notice when I'm trying to please everyone I know. I can't be "me" when I live for others. Continue Reading
Why is God So Good to Me?
God's goodness isn't dependent upon my right behavior. God's goodness surpasses my best and worst performance days. God is good all the time. Some times God makes his goodness extra clear.Today was one of those days for me. I met with my friend Rachelle who is a literary agent to talk about writing and life. By the end of our meeting, I became one Continue Reading
Please Pray for Ian
For the past few weeks, I've been praying for Ian Lyons. A twelve year old with cancer. The same type of rare cancer my brother had. Hard for me to think about. I remember all too well the suffering. Anyway, I've been meaning to ask for your prayers ever since I first heard of Ian's condition. Today I'm pausing to let you all know. Lord, help me if Continue Reading
Define Support
What does support look like in your life?I struggle with the word "support." I've wondered for the past year plus what being supportive looks like. I've even discussed this with a Christian counselor.At one point my husband started an advertising business and he asked for my help. I didn't want to do the necessary tasks. They weren't ME. I don't Continue Reading