the real life.

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watching them makes me happy. my two boys. Ben and I watch in amazement, their small bodies with such energy and drive, running around, making messes and giving us a peek into how much God does indeed, love us.  the second report card from kindergarten was mostly encouraging; improvement in areas but flat lined in others. the 6-year-old scribbles eclectically when others nearby press their … [Read more...]

a sneeze, please

about one time a year I get what I've called into "realist mode". I guess others might call it the blues because it's not a full on depression, but about this time in most Januaries that I remember I've felt this way. Perhaps it's a post-holiday season let down, the anticipation gone and the coldest month of the year in hand, but here I'm sitting again, trying to logically strip away my … [Read more...]

The importance of failure, part 1

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First of all, you will fail. You will fall down flat on your face at some point. Something you strived towards will be snatched from you and goals will be shattered. Dreams you have will evaporate and there will be a point in your life where you stand with the wind knocked out of you. If you haven't had this experience yet, I can guarantee you this-- you will.  Now, after that cheery … [Read more...]

Living Locally: 28 Springs

28 Springs

***Disclaimer: I'm a 2014 brand ambassador to 28 Springs & James at the Mill but, as you know me, you know that my thoughts and opinions are all my own. I was not paid to write this but received a free dinner and want to share about my great experience with you guys!*** I really think that the person who write the book of love languages was pretty brilliant. He wrote in a way that helped … [Read more...]