Month: February 2023

  • Lent 2023, Week One

    I didn’t grow up in a traditional church–in fact, I’ve probably “grown up” in more denominations than I can fit on both hands.  Perks of being part of a ministry family!  I consider it a blessing, because I was exposed to the many different ways people practice Christianity, giving me a better sense of unity…

  • Letting Go of Old Laundry

    Letting Go of Old Laundry

    About twice a year, I get the itch—the Big Closet Purge.  I set out full of good intentions, planning to make more space in the drawers and keep it that way, at least until a sale at my favorite store rolls around.  But for some reason, I always find myself trapped in the same hole. …

  • Cultivating a Life of Purpose

    I’ve never been good with plants.  I’m one of those unfortunate people who dreams of the luscious garden I would create with my own two hands, but I’m left staring at the withered remains of many failed attempts to keep things alive.  My biggest accomplishment to date is a houseplant that somehow managed to survive…