As I sit at the edge of the pool, my feet dangle in the coolish water; I find myself lost in people-watching. There is laughter around me; mostly, kids with the occasional adults jumping in with a splash. My kids call to me, “Come in Mom, once you get wet it feels amazing.” When it…
This past year, 2020-2021, has felt as if it is the longest season of Lent ever. Over this last year, we have grieved deeply, and we have sacrificed much. Even those who don’t follow a traditional liturgical church calendar often embrace the season of Advent as a celebration. Whereas Lent can feel heavy and sad,…
The sun has set, and we near the end of the day. Before our heads hit the pillows and we call it a night, we gather in the living room. We lay across the sofa, lounge in chairs, or sprawl across beanbags on the floor. Hands remain busy working on projects or simply sit idle….
My love of all things random is not necessarily random. It is in part a silent rebellion, an effort not to be defined by one single part of my story, allowing me to embrace the stories fully as they come, following the twists and turns in this journey of life. Many parts make up the…
I’ve never considered myself a shopper; I shop out of necessity. I usually know what I want and get frustrated when I can’t find what I want. The one exception is when on vacation. Relaxed, in new places I enjoy wandering local streets and discovering things, in new fun shops. That is until 2020, Pandemic…
An advocate, defined as a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy, is something I’ve never considered myself. I am slow to speak publically on causes. I’m not particularly eager to get into messy debates, and while I am not passive or unopinionated in person, I preferred the role of peacemaker….
