I’m an introvert in every sense of the word. My energy comes from the revival of long stretches of time spent alone. I can go weeks without contact with another human — besides my husband or one of my children. I’ve learned in recent years, however, this is not always the healthiest way to live. We were […]
The Lundbys: A Broken Family
A few months ago, I sifted through some old boxes of toys from my daughter’s childhood. I was mourning her moving out and wanted to recapture younger days. Instead of getting lost in her memories, I was transported back to a time in my own childhood. I came across a small car that belonged to […]
Turning to Food: March Update
This month I’ve been working on step 3 of my food addiction recovery plan: Turn to God instead of food. I’m beginning to think if I had put this step first, this whole process could be further along by this point. I guess we live and learn, don’t we? You know how I love to […]
Praying For Our Lost Children
About a year and a half ago, my now 21-year-old daughter went through a very difficult crisis with her faith. She struggled to even hear God’s name escape from my lips. There was so much anger and pain boiling up inside her. I honestly thought she would never find her way back. I wish I […]
Turning to Food: An Addict’s Journey
Food is my friend. Except when it’s not… I use it for things it was never intended for. The aforementioned friendship. Stress relief. Entertainment. To feel. Not to feel. Everything, but nourishment. I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since I wrapped up my 31-day series on food addiction. I must admit the time […]
Relax and Refill
We are of no use to anyone if we don’t take time to relax and refill. Being a giving, loving mother, wife, daughter, … is impossible without giving to and loving ourselves. I know as a Christian we are taught to put others first. I understand. However, if I don’t take time out to recharge, […]
