I am Heading to Peru with Compassion International

I am Heading to Peru with Compassion International

Nov 3, 2012 | Faith

In one week, I will be packing my bags for a journey that will surely change my life. As many of you know, three years ago, I had the privileged of heading to South America to bring my precious nephew with Down’s Syndrome home to his forever family. It was a...
Fashion, Make Up, Jesus and Me

Fashion, Make Up, Jesus and Me

Nov 1, 2012 | Faith, Frugal Fashionista

As she stretched her arms wide out to her sides, she peered over at me with the reminder, “Now watch me, Mommy. Just watch me.” With her head tilted towards the sky and her tutu arranged just perfectly, she began to twirl. Tentatively, her circle started...
There’s Never a Win

There’s Never a Win

Oct 19, 2012 | Faith

I sit in the stands at my son’s game. Families, women, men, children from all walks of life. I people watch because it’s what I love to do with groups of people. Imagining their back grounds. Wondering about family dynamics. Quantifying a total...
Dear Me: a Letter to My Teenage Self

Dear Me: a Letter to My Teenage Self

Sep 14, 2012 | Faith, Intentional Living, Parenting

Dear Teenage Self Me, In one week, you will turn 16. I just love that you are so full of  life, and innocent enough to believe that this magical birthday will suddenly allow life to explode with possibilities. I know, I know, you are rolling your eyes wondering why...
Love Them Well

Love Them Well

Aug 31, 2012 | Faith, Intentional Living, Parenting

“We’re praying for this next chapter,” I heard the greeter mention to someone as they walked out of the sanctuary. I glanced up to see who she was addressing, and my sweet friends came into view. “Chapter, what chapter,” I inquired? Anticipating the announcement of an...
Beautiful One (Sunday Moment)

Beautiful One (Sunday Moment)

Aug 19, 2012 | Faith

We started out our worship package last week with the song, “Your Grace is Enough.” Based on the verse found in 2 Corinthians 12:9. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will...