Live With Flair
(my daily blog)
Where You’ll Most Grow
I like thinking about making a decision based on what will help me most grow. Will this new location, job, assignment, opportunity etc. help me
Winnow Out
Today I faced two large projects that both overwhelmed me. Both involved too much information that required winnowing. (To winnow out means to blow or
Your Own Timeline: In Praise of Early Things
Something marvelous and strange happened late yesterday: I decided to check on the plumcot seeds that sat quietly chilling in the refrigerator. I had already
When a Friend Mails You a Book to Read in Exchange for Your Thoughts
Today I opened my mailbox to find the book Adorning the Dark: Thoughts on Community, Calling, and the Mystery of Making by Andrew Peterson. My
Keep Casting Off All that Entangles
Lately, we’ve been cleaning and organizing our pantry, laundry room, and kitchen. I easily spot things we haven’t used in years. I make a neat
Reconnect with Joyful Things
I’ve recently reconnected with my love of college basketball. I loved attending college basketball games when I went to the University of Virginia. And now
Looking Back and Forward
My oldest daughter turns 18 years old today! I can hardly believe it. I found myself crying tears of joy, gratitude, nostalgia, and sadness all
Tucking Yourself In
Last night, I thought about my current bedtime routine that involves reading news on my phone, laughing over funny videos, skimming Twitter, responding to email,
Happy New Year!
I pray you experience great, new, unexpected blessings this year. May hope fill your heart. May you find little miracles and astonishing beauty all around