1. Coast of Michigan I didn’t explore the coast of Michigan until late into living in the Midwest and I can’t believe I didn’t sooner! It’s so dreamy with its sand dunes, scenic drives, cool summer weather, and quaint little towns. 2. Pinterest outfit collages If you’re still using Pinterest—like I very much am—then maybe you’ve come across these great clothing collages that create …
Why You’re Not Too Young to Write a Memoir
I’ve read five memoirs this year so far. Each one has shown me more about the reality of being human--the messy, mistake-laden, mundane, confusing, serendipitous reality of being human. I’ve learned alongside, disagreed with, and empathized with these flesh-and-blood authors, these storytellers who use their skills to share their own lives with boldness and vulnerability. But I’ve also heard …
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Do I Love Being a Woman?
Today's post is written by my wonderful friend and former seminary classmate, Lauren Januzik. Lauren is an incredible writer, preacher, and pastor. She currently works at Tyndale House Publishing where she works closely with the Nueva Traducción Viviente, the sister translation to the NLT. I'm delighted to share this piece of hers on female friendship for Women’s History Month. It’s not …
Celebrating Women
Happy International Women’s Day! Today I’m celebrating all of the women who’ve made me who I am today. My mom, sister, aunts, grandmothers, and great grandmothers. My friends, former professors, and pastor. The women who create my favorite podcasts, write my favorite books, and produce my favorite shows and movies. Women who have literally made history by giving us opportunities, rights, and …
What I Love Wednesday
1. Colorful tulips — I love these multicolored tulip bouquets! So bright and beautiful. 2. This Ash Wednesday/Valentine’s Day article — This article is about how to help children understand Lent through the lens of love, but it also helped me as an adult understand how similar Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day are. ”This is the love that we can talk to children about on Valentine's …
What I Love Wednesday
1. Martinis — Martinis are a cute drink. 2024 is the year I decided to like martinis and I can happily say I’ve already accomplished this goal. I love olives. There’s no added sugar, just class. 2. French onion soup — 2024 is also the year I learn to make French onion soup. The carmelized onions, the cheese, the bread??? Run and try it if you haven’t. 3. Synced — This podcast is under …