We are quickly approaching that time of year. That time when we get super ambitious and idealistic about the upcoming year, and then set unrealistic goals to match our misconceptions of ourselves and the year. For a season, I just threw my hands in the air and said ‘screw it’. Why set goals when I…
I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to lead the worship at church the past few weeks. And we are in the full swing of Christmas music! We’ve been singing everything from my favorite Sovereign Grace Christmas album to the classic carols proclaiming the Savior’s birth. When I’m leading, I like to get there pretty early…
As a kid, Christmas officially began on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Boxes and crates were dragged from the basement, and the red and green takeover began. It was great fun to embarrass my brother over his ‘pouty angel’ homemade ornament each year. And just maybe my mom would trust me enough to help with the…
Recently, my husband went for a physical. Something about turning forty made him think it was a good idea this year! As he was leaving the doctor’s office, he called me, sounding disappointed. “Well, I knew it would happen eventually, but I’m officially diabetic.” The disease runs in his family, so the diagnosis was inevitable,…
Today is a special day…my extra amazing hubby turns 40! As of today, I’m officially married to an old man, though you’d never know it. Even though he’s got a little gray in the beard (aka salt-and-pepper), he lives a vivacious and energetic life, full of passion and excitement. So today, I want to honor…
