Sometimes deciding to detox and refresh is a challenge in choosing to give ourselves grace. At least that’s what I’m experiencing only a few weeks into #SummerRefresh. It's easy for me to minimize the need to detox as a part of self-care. The temptation to go back to what is more comfortable pulls strong. My imagination and creativity comes up short with the distraction of responsibilities. And I've had to give myself a few pep talks along the way. How about you? Have you battled guilt? Are you struggling with separation anxiety when it comes to your To-Do list? Does the thought of losing time cause you stress? Have you found yourself distracted by chaos while attempting to invest in you? In letting go, are you realizing the pressure you're under to be "more-than" Continue Reading
When We Need A Timeless Love Story
Sometimes we need a timeless love story. The kind that makes us want to stay awhile. Because in the lingering, we find hope and an invitation to believe in something greater than ourselves and our own story. Sometimes we need a timeless love story to remind us that there's more. That there really is a love that remains steadfast and true, no matter what. Sometimes we need a timeless love story to remind us of what pain and loneliness try to make us forget... He never walks away. We are never abandoned. We are always welcomed home. Tough Love... Tender Love... Redeeming Love... Forgiving Love... Relentless Love... Not because of who we are or what we do... But in spite of it~ Enjoy before you leave... And Continue Reading
An Echo of Extraordinary Grace
Sometimes God chooses dramatic circumstances to point us toward his unfathomable grace. And in that moment, we are forever changed. When there is nothing we can do to change the outcome of our situation, He steps in and shows us how deep and immoveable His love is for us. Not because of anything we've done. But simply because He chose to do so out of His good pleasure. Extraordinary grace leaves us forever changed. ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ It’s the first thing I see when I enter my office every morning. Even in the darkness of the room where just a sliver of light peeks through the blinds, the black wooden lettering spelling “REDEEMED” is clearly visible on the wall above my window. I remember the day this word became so precious to me... Join me Continue Reading
4 Essentials to Building A Lasting Legacy
Hello friends! I'm so excited for the big reveal of my new site design this week and I hope you like it! The soft pinks and purples and pops of peach are calming and peaceful to my soul. The beautiful fonts have just enough subtle flourish combined with clean, calm detail. Oh, and what about those gorgeous lilacs!! A sweet memory I have from childhood is the tall lilac bushes lining one end of our yard and how they burst with the lavender blooms throughout the spring and summer months. Our swing set was located just in front of them, so to this day, I can vividly remember the sweet scent and sprawling hews. Did you know lilacs are symbolic of transformation of the soul? They also carry a meaning of confidence and love, so they are a perfect choice for the theme of Continue Reading