Early Monday morning, I listened to Abby Rike, a previous contestant of the Biggest Loser, recall the moment she found out her husband, 5-year-old daughter, and 2-week-old son were killed in a car accident. I can not imagine surviving this tragedy, especially with the unwavering faith Abby held onto. I want this type of faith. […]
Making Peace With My Body
Peace. What a beautiful concept. For several months, I have felt more of its glorious presence than I’ve encountered in years. This week is different. The darkness returned. For as long as I can remember, depression and anxiety have ruled my life. There doesn’t need to be a reason for me to slip into one […]
Breaking Free From Addiction
We all have moments we never forget. The ones that split life cleanly into before and after. Mine happened 27 years ago. And everything I am today grew out of what God did in that moment. I started drinking at 13. I want to say that slowly so it lands the way it should — […]
Finding My Father
I sat crying while he packed his belongings into brown cardboard boxes. He didn’t say a word. I whispered, “Don’t ever forget me.” It was the only time I ever saw my dad cry. Tears streamed down his face as he tried to convince me my fears were unwarranted. They weren’t. He quickly forgot all […]
Inner Beauty Mirror
My daughter has recently moved home and I wanted to make her something special for her room. On her mission trip to Swaziland, Africa last summer, she came across a beautiful Bible verse about the importance of inner beauty in God’s sight. I thought this would be perfect for a mirror to remind her what’s […]
CHRISTmas Subway Art
I love the fun look of subway art. I have been wanting to make a holiday themed printable for all of you. Here is subway art ready to be framed that puts Christ in Christmas! I hope you enjoy it. Mine is already framed on my mantle. Unfortunately, it is right next to my Halloween […]
