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Welcome back! This is day 3 in a new endeavor here on the blog. I’m giving myself permission to play with words and rediscover my love of stories. Start with day 1 or jump right in! “Hey, are you okay?” Mel’s new little friend asked as she wiped chocolate from her lips. “Umm, I…” Mel
Welcome to a fun series where I’m giving myself permission to try new things and explore my love of words! You can jump right in or start with Day 1. I’m so glad you’re here! As she drove away, Mel resisted the urge to look in the rearview mirror. She may have made it out
The only thing Mel wanted was to get out of the room. Something about it was suffocating, but she seemed to be the only one who was struggling. Getting up from her seat, she made her way to the back. If she could just get to the double doors, she would be fine. She could
Do you wish you had more time to do what you love? Discover the book that reminded me how to be more myself and do the things I love! I read the title and was immediately intrigued. I read the subtitle and felt a rock in my stomach. Can You Really Find More Time for
Have you thought about what you learned this summer? As we do around here each season, I’m spending a bit of time thinking back to what I’ve learned. And because this year has been one for the record books, I’m keeping things short, sweet (mostly) and to the point. 1) I Miss Quiet I never
Are you looking to go beyond self-care to something deeper? These five tips will help you shift from simple self-care to true soul-care. We’re smack in the middle of summer here and I’ve done something new, at least it’s new to me. I’ve taken time. It’s been strange and uncomfortable, but also calming in a
I hate even calling it quarantine. Yes, I’m jumping right in with this season’s What I’m Learning post inspired by Emily Freeman. I find myself less likely to sugarcoat things lately. Jumping right in. 1. Quarantine bugs me I’m not even talking about the rules and being home and the changes. Quarantine, true quarantine, is
While we typically think of summer as a break from learning, this summer taught me some important things about myself, God, and life. The only reason I know this, however, is that I purposed to pay attention. Emily Freeman has been encouraging this little practice, that honestly feels anything but little because it impacts me
I love a good book and I love a good list. Following Melanie Shankle’s lead I created a list for you. Church of the Small Things has been re-released this fall with a fancy new cover and title: It’s All About the Small Things (check it out here) On to the list! In no particular
It’s been awhile since we’ve talked books here on the blog, so let’s change that, shall we? Books and chocolate are two of my favorite things, so what better things to chat about for my birthday month. Plus, we’ll be talking about a lot of other favorites this summer!
