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It’s your kindness
Unless you live under a rock, you probably read about “the proposal heard around the world”—this week Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got engaged. One detail caught my attention: Travis Kelce’s mom changed her Facebook cover photo to pictures of the two of them as children. Can I just say, I love that she did… Continue reading
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For the love
This week, I am savoring every moment with my daughter who is about to leave for a semester abroad. When I went through the empty nest transition the first time, it was rough. But those who have children moving toward full-time adulting understand that each departure is a little more bittersweet. We long to launch… Continue reading
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Book of the Year
Has anyone gotten swept up by the romantasy book movement happening right now? Books from authors like Rebecca Yaros and Sarah J. Maas are consistently featured on “Book of the year” lists. My daughter is a fan and recently sent me the funniest reel. In it, a girl explains: There is nothing that will give… Continue reading
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Blessed are the desperate
If you’ve been following along with my blog, then you know my brother-in-law, Jim, recently passed away. Last week, I got to spend some special one-on-one time with my sister. She is mourning the love of her life, her best friend, her children’s father, her daily companion, and the dreams they held for the future.… Continue reading
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Every day in every way
This weekend, our beloved chiweenie, Whiskey, went missing. When he was younger, he would squeeze through our fence and head to our neighbors—who spoil him like their own furbaby. He has also been known to weasel his way into our backhouse, to be snuggled by our renter. Our promiscuous pup seeks out love wherever he… Continue reading
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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
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