You Look At Me: A Lesson from The Hobbit

You Look At Me: A Lesson from The Hobbit

Growing up, I read J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, until the spine had cracked and the pages were falling out. In 2012, Peter Jackson released a three-part movie based on the novel. Of all the scenes in those movies, however, one stood...
Creating Mental Fortitude

Creating Mental Fortitude

This summer, I started doing a daily yoga practice. The physical and mental health benefits have surprised me. I’ve pushed myself to do things I never thought possible before. The other morning while I was on my mat, Gia in “cat pose” next to me, my...
When You’re In A Season of Waiting

When You’re In A Season of Waiting

This past weekend, we celebrated Easter and the Resurrection of Jesus. I took some time on Sunday morning to sit on the sofa, have a cup of coffee with Jesus, and reflect on why we celebrate. The story has many facets: suffering, death, grief, and unspeakable joy at...
Pursuing Progress, Not Perfection

Pursuing Progress, Not Perfection

As each year winds to a close and a new one begins, I choose a word that will be my theme for the coming year. For example, a couple of years ago, that word was invitation, where I challenged myself to accept the invitations that God gave me to pursue new...