Several years back, my large little family attended a family reunion. We were all happy to be there, having not seen brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, and cousins in a long time. I proudly sported a 6 month baby bump, and I felt like I actually looked great … [Read More...]
Why I’ll Never Care About Being Perfect
If you had to tally up how many times this week--or last month, last year, or over the course of your life--that you have not measured up, how great do you think the number would be? For me? Huge, my friend! I've made some pretty stupid decisions, whether in the moment or planned … [Read More...]
His Eye is on the Sparrow, So KNOW He Watches You
Sometimes we are discouraged in life. Trials are battering us on all sides. And it feels like no one cares, no one is watching, not even God. A recent funny scene at my house reminded me that if His eye is on the sparrow, I know He watches me! A few weeks back, my kids were … [Read More...]
How in the World Does Joy Come With the Morning?
Joy. Happiness. Often we use the two interchangeably. Happiness is defined as good fortune, pleasure, contentment, joy. Simply, the state of being happy. It's an emotion, a feeling. Joy has a similar definition, so it's no wonder we get them confused. However, I know joy is … [Read More...]
