April 2020
COVID Connections
Here in Kansas, we have been in this virus lockdown for about a month now. It has been difficult. The emotional tug in so many different directions has been hard to manage. The unknowns and uncertainties have brought about doubt in my mind. It is heart wrenching to hear of [...]
January 2019
Wholehearted: A deeper dive into my 2019 word of the year.
Our words and actions directly correlate to the condition of our hearts. They show what we’re filling our lives with and the type of feelings and attitudes we’re allowing to rule over us. Matthew 15:18 But those things which proceed out of the mouth come forth from the heart; and [...]
December 2018
Brain, Heart, Courage & Home
Jeremy and I went to listen to the Wichita Symphony Orchestra last Saturday night. For one, we were pumped at the opportunity to get out and do something a little different for date night. We are both musicians so getting to hear live instrumental music always gets us a little [...]
November 2018
Top 5 Thanks
I have so far this month been looking to each day to find one thing in which I am thankful for during this #SeasonOfGratitude! I notice a change in my attitude and outlook wherever I am when I am actively seeking the good in other people, the big moments, the [...]
Self-Care Checklist
I have to admit that last week was a bit of a stressful and low week for me. I was having to battle against the bad habits I’d formed for years with poorly dealing with my problems. (Numbing with food, too much TV, and distracting myself with busyness). I [...]
Lessons From My Grandmother
My grandmother was truly something special. There’s possibly no way for me to sum her up in one simple post. I most likely won’t do her justice, but I loved her more than she’ll probably ever know. She passed away in January of this year at 97 years young. Today [...]