It never gets easier to hear the kids call me "mom". I am not entirely sure why. I love it, but it breaks my heart at the same time. There is something so deep and intimate about being called … Read more about It never gets easier
joy to my toes
Maybe it is because I grew up with a little brother and all his friends around me.Maybe it is because I spent my summers surrounded by kids who were celebrated by adults who care. But the idea of … Read more about joy to my toes
There’s nothing like church in Africa
My team and I had our first church service in Africa on Sunday. Sunday is our rest day for the week, so there were two options. We could go to the service in the morning in a different town and also … Read more about There’s nothing like church in Africa
breezing through.
Here is your warning... It is just past midnight and I am tired. But I have these thoughts swimming in my head and I needed to get them out. This might not be a perfectly structured or thought out … Read more about breezing through.
seven day difference
My life is an absolute whirlwind. After a year of stability, in mere moments that all changed. I know so many people are curious, so here is how I ended up back in Guatemala. A week ago I was at … Read more about seven day difference
roots and settling in
It has been a long time since I blogged here. For those who do not know, I was able to meet my squad in Cambodia back in May. It was supposed to be a surprise, but secrets are quite hard to keep on … Read more about roots and settling in
corny christian sayings and urgency
This is one of my favorite videos. Mostly because it is hilarious and also because in so many of the christian communities I have been a part of this is the language that we use so very often. I just … Read more about corny christian sayings and urgency
the follow through is worth it
My mom taught me a lot about character. She taught me about being brave and about commitment. She taught me about follow through because she never let me quit. She taught me that even if I hated … Read more about the follow through is worth it
throwback thursday aka thankful thursday
Since it is Thursday and I enjoy a good throwback, I thought I might throw it back on my blog today, too. I have some amazing people in my life. Chances are, if you're reading this blog, you are … Read more about throwback thursday aka thankful thursday
