As I mentioned in my list of 10 reasons I know I’m a “grown up,” gobs and gobs of my friends are having baby showers and subsequently giving birth to the most beautiful tiny human beings ever. March 5th was no exception. One of my friends from elementary school was having a baby shower in […]
The One with the Mentors
I am grateful for my past. Past experiences. Past relationships. Past learning. All of those factors have had a huge part in making me who I am today, and not only that but many of them have proven themselves continually effective in my life. It amazes me how many lessons have affected me–the way I […]
The One with the Proof of Adulthood
The Top Ten ways I’ve realized I’m a grown up. 1) Almost all of my friends were married within months of our wedding. 2) We have to buy our own TOILET PAPER. 3) Ninety Percent of the mail is filled with bills. 4) I would rather sit at home and spend a quiet evening […]
The One with the Ache and the Glory
My heart is utterly broken for the loss that our friends’ families have been experiencing since last weekend’s surprise snow storm. Upon our arrival from our Dare2Share teen conference, we received word that a former SBC co-worker’s new bride had been killed in a snowy car accident. Just moments after hearing that devastating news, we […]
The One with the Beautiful Friend
I have a friend. A very good friend. She is loyal. She is faithful. She is loving. She is supportive. She is fun. She is a listener. She is beautiful. She loves Jesus. When I read the Project 31 prompt “Write a Blog to Encourage Another Beautiful Woman,” I knew God was leading me to […]
The One with the Beauty Inspiration
I have so many beautiful friends. For real–these girls are drop dead gorgeous and their inner lives shine the same light. I am blessed. One woman who inspires beauty in my life is Brooke. photo by studio bree. I met this gorgeous girl when we moved in across the hall from each other our freshmen […]
The One When Babies Bring Us Together
The occasion was beautiful–two of my wonderful college friends carrying their precious baby girls. I was excited to celebrate, but I didn’t know how much I needed them. A little piece of my heart goes dormant when we can’t be together, but watching it come alive again within a moment of reuniting is a beautiful thing. […]
The One with My Friend Debbie
Today, at the end of a Wednesday, I wanted to talk a short walk down memory lane. Yesterday, I was able to spend 5 minutes with my lovely friend, Debbie, and I was instantly reminded of the blessed time I spent with her this summer. She has become such an instrumental part of my life. […]
The One with the Long Post for the Long Thursday
Thursday was a lovely (and totally packed) day. After a productive early morning of cleaning, making breakfast and lunch for my husband before his sub job, a great workout, and a delicious bowl of oatmeal, I headed out to accomplish our weekly grocery shopping. I have to admit, I really really enjoy grocery shopping. Thanks to […]
The One with the Little Thrills
I have to share a few tidbits of excitement! (I use the word “excitement” loosely, as I realize my causes for excitement are different than most.) This morning I headed out for my run in the nine degree temperature. Yes, nine degrees is every bit as cold as it sounds. However, I have decided I […]