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The Chapter That Changed Everything Fifteen years ago, I boarded my very first flight—a one-way ticket to Texas. I left behind everything I knew, holding tight to the hope of a fresh start. I was running from turmoil, yes, but also running toward something I couldn’t yet name. I arrived in a place where I…
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How I Do It All (And What People Don’t See) People often ask me, “How do you do it all?” or they say, “I could never handle that. I can’t imagine.” What they don’t realize is—I can’t do it all either. And I’m upfront about that. There have been countless moments in the past year…
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Sometimes, the loudest words are the ones we never say. We’ve all felt that heavy silence—the tension after an argument, the ache of waiting for an apology, or the emptiness of unanswered questions. Silence can carry weight, and what goes unspoken often leaves the deepest scars. The story of Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:1-12, KJV)…
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Divorce. It is a word heavy with heartache. Lately, many people have shared with me that they are either getting divorced or have recently divorced. It feels like divorce is so common now, and it breaks my heart to see something God ordained brushed aside so easily. While I understand that abuse or infidelity can…
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Pain is a teacher, but those who guide or cause it shape our understanding of it. Pain can be part of healing—like the ache from a long run or childbirth—or something we hide from, fearing its lessons. Without the Lord, pain can overwhelm, driving us to destructive escapes. But with Him, pain becomes temporary—refining, not…
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Reflecting on the Past As many of us do subconsciously at the turn of a new year, I sit in reflection on the past year and past years of my life. I often find comfort in a song by Miranda Lambert called “The House That Built Me.” Often times bringing me to tears, just taking…
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The Power of Words “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.”This is one of the first rhymes most of us learned as children. But as we grow, we begin to understand that this phrase is far from true. Words can hurt. In fact, they can leave deep emotional scars…
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Success. What does that mean? According to Merriam-Webster https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/success But how do we achieve this success? What tools do we use to measure success? Do the world’s standards match God’s standards of success? I have found that preparation is key to success. Creating an environment that encourages your goals, setting attainable yet measurable goals, and…
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“Are you listening to me?” “Did you hear me?” Have you ever heard these words? Perhaps from your mom, dad, or even your spouse? Did you know there is a difference between listening and hearing? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary (https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/listen) defines listening as paying attention to sound; to hear something with thoughtful attention and consideration. Even…
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What comes to mind when you hear someone say “it takes a village”? Do you agree, disagree, or are you undecided? I believe it’s true, but it also matters who your village is. Having the right influences in your life is crucial. You are the sum total of the five people closest to you, for…
