Curve Balls We've had a few "curve balls" thrown at us over the past 4 months, some anticipated and some totally unexpected. Yet, through all the loss and hardship, we are coming out the other side more fulfilled, intentional and more prepared for the next phase of life than we ever have been. This period has changed us and I like the changes. No other time of life has taught me more to not despise the storms of life. The hardships were a catalyst for internal change, bringing greater character, wisdom, love, and grace into our lives and more intentional habits that are producing fruit. Those are all things I need more of and I've come to treasure life's storms, knowing that life afterwards is all the sweeter and richer. 3 in 1 In the span of one month, we lost my sweet mother-in-law, went … [Read more...] about The Roller Coaster of Life
Autumn
Can Winter Be A Gift?
Exploring outdoors, even in the winter, can bring you a surprise. The blues on a blue jay became very vivid in the heavy snow last year. When the temperatures drop and a few snowflakes fall, what is going through your mind? Do you have the kid-like wonder waking up to new winter snowfall yelling "Yay!!" or are you dragging yourself to the coffee maker saying "I don't even want to look outside?" Whether you enjoy dropping to the ground to make a snow angel or you rush from the house to the car to avoid the blustery cold outside, winter is coming. And if you HAVE to endure it, why not try to enjoy it! Not only will finding the smallest pleasures help to make those dreary, cold months go by faster, but you might actually discover a new wonder that only winter unveils. … [Read more...] about Can Winter Be A Gift?