First, let me say a few things about what I’m about to write. I’m not a doctor. I’m not giving medical advice. And if you need professional help, please, please ask for it. I have asked for it many times over the years and I will continue to do so. In fact, I asked for help with anxiety after completing …
5 Non-Fiction Books That Changed My Life
Since I focused on fiction last month, I thought I’d foray into non-fiction this month. Confession: I am PICKY about non-fiction. It can be very hard for me to stay focused with it. I need applicable stories and concise takeaways. I need step-by-step instruction and the why behind it. I need something to click and stay with me long after …
Merry Christmas!
A few years back I stopped sending Christmas cards, and *whispers* it was the best decision ever. I was always disorganized and behind, and the attempt to send cards stressed me out. So here is my digital, online Christmas letter. 😊 (Family photos by the marvelous Jen Lints) This year was a return to normal that we desperately needed. It …
Because of Kara
I was driving home the other night when this question hit me: Would I do it again? Would I walk that painful path with Kara again if it was presented to me? Or if I had the chance to opt out, would I? Sometimes I look back at Kara’s passing and I wonder if it broke something in me, but …
Twenty random things about twenty years of marriage…
September 1st was our twentieth wedding anniversary. Twenty feels so BIG. I’m not sure why it’s different than nineteen or twelve. Something just feels special about it. I’m guessing all the following “big” ones will feel the same. There is something magical and sweet about marriage. About having a person committed to you despite the moments of being your worst …