Oh, how wonderful to gather and share food, laughter, and gratitude. This year’s menu was pretty much the same, yet the atmosphere seemed different. I’m not a big home decorator or cleaner. So, an event can take a few days on and off to get ready for. Some lifehacks that helped me this year to…
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Precious Memories
Until it all feels so small
“The thing that matters is never the thing itself, but rather, what we make of it. What we do with our patience, and our imagination. What we allow to thrive. Nothing is ever beyond repair. We break, we bleed, and we begin again. Trust can be mended. Love can be restored. New shoots can flourish,…
Heart of Carytown Get-a-way
We decided to try something a little different this year for Victoria’s birthday! Here is the itinerary if you would like to play in Richmond, VA. I would recommend this for families, couples, friends, or a private get-a-way. Where we stayed: Heart of Carytown Beautiful 2 bedroom Apartment above Bev’s Ice-cream The owner will work…
Hanover High School
Hanover High School was a great success! We had a great day supporting Valentina and Knight Scene! They won grand championship! After her competition, we celebrated my mother-in-law’s birthday at Tang and Biscuit in Richmond. A sweet day of memories. I was deeply touched by the families who came out to socialize and play. Little…
Koste Classic Manchester
I remember Pete Koste during my school social work days in CCPS. He was a principal that believed in the power of building relationships with students. The times I spent there supporting students and staff during critical incidents flooded my mind as we sat in the auditorium to watch another show choir event. May we…
More Joy
My last post on creating space for joy has made me ever aware of the opportunities to experience joy. The other morning I was listening to “House of the Lord” by Phil Wickham. I’ve shared the video below, and I am listening to this song again as I write! This is one of my favorite…
Way to go Aaron Donald!
Good morning! That’s what time it is for me as I write and feel the cool air and the birds singing. I have been wanting to write this post since Super Bowl Sunday. My husband and I typically do something else on this day. We will go to a museum, out to eat, or watch…
The most love
Counting our blessings and practicing gratitude can give rise to joy and connection. We all have seen the benefits of a pause and noticing. We journal, pray, and offer thanks. In the morning, I listen to the Pray as you go app. On January 29, the question was asked, “Ask God to show you a…
Christmas 2021
Amidst the noise and happenings, snapshots, a single moment with depths of love and familiarity. I can only imagine that the overwhelming expression of moments are a gift from God. A God pause. This season I saw little hands helping and the innocence of children who love without questioninging. Extended family and friends gathered to…
Up to date and highly satisfactory
My Aunt Polly’s birthday was December 7th. I would have to ask my mom how old she would have been, but I’m guessing 89 years old. She loved to sing and create programs that brought joy and laughter. In fact, over 30 years ago, she talked me and my boyfriend at the time to help…
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