faith
-
Fear is a liar
I have to admit that this past week, the enemy rattled my cage a little bit. We were on a lake vacation when my brother-in-law passed away. My niece, who came to the lake, lost her phone in the water—and with it, the last photo she had with her dad. The boat we rented broke… Continue reading
-
Don’t Stop Believing
This week, we lost a good one. My brother-in-law, Jim, passed away after an eight-year battle with cancer. He fought a good fight. I don’t say this as a platitude. His perseverance led those of us who witnessed his wrestle to find new levels of strength and commitment within ourselves. His journey led many of… Continue reading
-
You think you know love
This past Sunday, my husband and I celebrated 24 years of marriage. That milestone often evokes congratulations and admiration. But considering that just 2 years ago we were teetering, this was more of a precious, grateful celebration. What could have been a slow crumble has, by God’s grace, become a resurrection story—one not of perfect… Continue reading
-
A real know-it-all
Last week, we had our company board meetings—an impressive display of knowledge and expertise. Scientific research, field observations, financial reports, and innovative ideas for growth filled the agenda. I work with some incredibly smart, passionate people committed to making a difference. But as with any gathering of high achievers, the undercurrent was familiar. There’s always… Continue reading
-
Goals, not gods
Have you ever watched someone you love struggle under the weight of ambition? It can be a challenging thing to parent. My daughter just wrapped up her second year of college. With her sights set on law school, she had to persevere and finish strong. As final exams closed in, the pressure to achieve began… Continue reading
-
Decide to walk in it
Early in my career, I had the good fortune to work for a really great manager. As I’ve grown older, I’ve come to realize that best-in-class bosses, coaches, and teachers are not as plentiful as one would hope. But when I worked at American Express, I sat under truly excellent leadership. My boss was an… Continue reading
-
The extraordinary gift of getting to take things for granted
On Sunday I bid my son bon voyage as he headed to Florida for his summer internship. It’s a great opportunity, and we are excited for him, but our one week of having him home felt too short. As he walked toward the airport terminal, I was overwhelmed with sadness. I found myself longing for… Continue reading
-
A pickleball parable :)
Getting this week’s post out a little late… Hoping everyone had a meaningful and restful Memorial Day weekend. Thank you to all who have served our country. We are truly blessed to live in the land of the free. Our celebration of freedom this past weekend included a mix of potlucks, parties, and time with… Continue reading
-
Prepping for the perfect trip
It’s that time of year when everyone starts asking, “Where are you going this summer?” We’re planning a week on Smith Lake in Alabama. We’ve rented a big house in hopes that family and friends will join us. We envision days spent on a pontoon boat, in the water, playing games, grilling out, and listening… Continue reading
-
A tale of two superheroes, a tale of two trees
I have an idea for a superhero movie. Here’s the plot: There are two characters who each have the potential to use their extraordinary abilities to protect others and uphold justice. With their superpowers, they can transcend the limitations of ordinary people, fight against evil and tyranny, and inspire hope. The catch is that they… Continue reading
grace given me 