As I’ve grown older and moved through so many transitions and phases of motherhood, I’m reflective and fascinated by the role of a mother in a child’s life. There are traditions, cultural responses, and generational patterns that cultivate and define motherhood that is unique to each family; yet, I do believe that some aspects transcend…
Category: Soul Work
His Work
Thank you for the laugher!
I keep a list of possible blog post topics. They are inspired by messages, podcasts, and readings. My list took a detour this morning. Just before my father’s passing on September 22 of last year, we had some dialogue around the yard, trees, and his thoughts and opinions. My dad had his special way of…
Good morning daddy. I miss you.
I love a quote that captures your way of thinking or describes how you feel. One year ago, I was helping my mom call 911. The ambulance came and they took my dad to the hospital. I ran with the paramedics as they rolled my dad in their bed to the vehicle. I looked in…
The Choice
Dr. Eger in her book The Choice reminds us that, no matter what the circumstance, we have a choice in how our minds process and respond. She asks that we pause and reflect on the words evolving or revolving. Are we evolving or revolving? Think of situations and circumstances you are working through and ask…
Random and Scheduled Self-Care Ideas
Lamplighter Coffee Shop Richmond Virginia has a great vibe, outdoor seating, yummy menu, and Wi-Fi. The area has unique shops with a market on Saturdays (check schedule). I loved that the screened in porch area had plugs for your devices. I sat on a sofa with a coffee table to put my items. They also…
Spaces In Between
Completely full. To be filled. What am I filled with? Messaging and messages of what is to be. Netflix binges. News stories and statistics. Opinions and feedback from work, family, and friends. Sitting in coffee shops and listening to others give thought and opinions-coming and going. You are rock climbing and find yourself in a…
Checking in
Where are you right now in this moment? Maybe I caught you in a moment of peace and understanding? Maybe you are overwhelmed with hopelessness or somewhere in between? A friend and coworker sent me this article with an emoji. Coronavirus Briefing from the New York Times It came at the right time for me….
The Right Tools
Good morning. I believe it was Thursday that Pastor Andy shared during a prayer service. I tuned in virtually for as long as I could prior to beginning my work day. He read from 2nd Corinthians 10:3-5. He shared a story that is familiar. He had a flat tire and could not get the nuts…
That’s the story of, that’s the glory of love
The movie Beaches is a favorite. I saw the movie as a teenager and came home to tell my mom all about it. “Will you come to the theatre and watch with me?” I can only imagine her response and the joy to have a teenage daughter stop her world and want to see a…
With Autumn Closing In
Summer. June, July, and August. For many years as a young mom, I had off during the summer. Oh what fun we had sleeping in, snuggled up in the bed eating breakfast, and watching Dragon Tales and Sesame Street. We would plan adventures to the park, attend Vacation Bible School, and go to the beach…
ARRESTED BY GRACE 