Ok, y’all. I know we talk a lot about journaling here on the blog, but stick with me. I haven’t been journaling lately. Well, I haven’t been journaling in the traditional sense, that of pouring out my guts about all the daily hullabaloo. Before the holidays … [Read more...]
A Simple Guide to Understanding Lent
Let's have a little discussion about Lent, shall we? I struggled with writing this post because I am not a theologian. I’m not a Bible scholar. So take this for what it is: a Protestant stay-at-home mom’s thoughts of how to observe Lent in a simple, uncomplicated … [Read more...]
What To Do When You Feel Discouraged
Life can sure feel topsy-turvy at times. Sometimes it's easy for me to go with the flow and shrug things off and move on. And sometimes, it's not. Discouragement can sneak in and steal away my peace and delight and before I know it, I’m a hot mess. You know what? I … [Read more...]
3 Ways of Overcoming Insecurity…Biblically
This morning I woke up and I was immediately filled with insecurity. From the second my feet hit the floor, I was already battling doubts and anxious thoughts about a few things that had taken place the day before. I hadn't even had a cup of coffee yet and already I had to … [Read more...]
What Gardening Taught Me About Spiritual Growth
Let’s talk about gardening. We’ve had TONS of rain this summer, which is not the norm for central Nebraska. It’s been crazy wet here, which is super great for the crops and pastures. As a result of all the rain, the weeds have been growing NONSTOP. I feel like I’ve been … [Read more...]