I have always worried that I would not be able to carry on the traditions of my family. Meals have been so important in connection with my immediate and extended family. If I taste a chocolate pie made by one of my aunts, I immediately transport myself to a simpler time in my life. I’m a[...]
Gratitude requires focus. Even though all of us can find something to be thankful for today, for some, it truly can feel like a challenge. After all, when the storms of life threaten to sweep us away, it can be hard to focus on anything but the wind and rain that seem to be designed to threa[...]
"No purple-ing" is the common phrase thrown around at youth camps across the United States to support the idea that boys will stay in boys' dorms (blue) and girls will stay in girls' (pink). It was a catchy phrase that made me laugh, mostly because that was not something I was worried about doin[...]
“Prayer is the way to experience a powerful confidence that God is handling our lives well, that our bad things will turn out for good, our good things cannot be taken from us, and the best things are yet to come.”Tim Keller, Prayer This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon[...]
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And if you're anything like the rest of the world, you've already been getting in the Christmas spirit since October! So you should be well prepared for this post ;) In honor of my favorite holiday and the birth of our Lord, and.. with the unknown loomi[...]
Everyone has their favorite season, and those who live where all four take place within the year, have the joy of experiencing the wealth and lessons that each one bring. I have been blessed enough to live on the East coast and look forward to my favorite time of the year, Autumn! And this year God[...]