On Expectations, Trying to Do Everything and the Will of God

I have a secret to tell you, dear reader. I can’t do everything. In fact, sometimes (ok, often), when I … More

Ripped Pages, Ripped Souls

My little girl has recently been tempted greatly to tear book pages. (yes, this is why someone invented board books). … More

Rest is a difficult concept because it does not produce something tangible and visible. We have a hard time recognizing … More

Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed two days longer in the … More

And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul … More

Mothering is hard work and sometimes our hearts question our worth – the very point of it all. After all, … More

Tell me why you’re crying, my son. I know you’re frightened like everyone. Is it the thunder in the distance … More

I think we all long to be Mary, choosing the better part (Luke 10:38-42). We long for her intimacy and … More

People look at me funny when I tell them that my time in quarantine was actually very peaceful and purposeful. … More

On days when I feel I’m getting everything wrong. Days when I continually mess up. When I know the right … More