There comes a point when you get tired of trying. Not tired of living.Not tired of hoping.Just tired of trying so hard to make everything work. Trying to make people understand you.Trying to keep everyone happy.Trying to fix relationships you didn’t break.Trying to be strong when you’re exhausted.Trying to become the person you think everyone else... Continue Reading →

Still Learning To Let Go

But I Am Still Here I have three adult children, ranging in age from 35 to 44. When they first left home, I remember feeling an overwhelming sadness, wondering when they would visit or even just call. But I quickly discovered that being an empty nester was only temporary. Each of them returned home at... Continue Reading →

Living In Community

Different Cultures (And Why Cold People Are So... Cold) So here’s what I totally didn’t expect to learn at church today: apparently, the weather has been controlling our personalities this whole time. Yep—cold climate people tend to be task-oriented, while warm climate folks are all about community. Mind. Blown. At first, I was like, “Okay,... Continue Reading →

Do Not Enter

Well, That Escalated Quickly Started the day strong—had my to-do list, my coffee, and a can-do attitude. Then… one phone call. Just one. And suddenly, my day became a full-time job in problem-solving for everyone except me. Did I accomplish anything I planned? Nope! But hey, at least I can cross “help other people with... Continue Reading →

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