My little girl is five years old and just entering the school system. She comes home each day with the fresh pre-primary gossip, including who played with her, who didn’t listen to the teachers, and what boy proposed to her that day. I love asking her questions to see how her little mind … [Read more...] about “Other Girls”
Spiritual Growth
Be Still
A friend and I were chatting the other day at the park while our boys happily kicked a soccer ball around the field. Lockdown restrictions had just eased and I couldn’t stop smiling, so glad to see our kids finally be able to play together, so happy to be in the company of friends. I tell her how my … [Read more...] about Be Still
Be Brave
I have a pretty journal that sits on my night stand. I love the way it looks sitting there, all peaceful, with swirly gold lettering. And I love the message on the cover - be brave. Yes. Brave. I want to be brave - I truly do. I see bravery in people in my life - my daughters, husband, friends. … [Read more...] about Be Brave
I Have Work To Do
The other morning I wake up and open the Mary Oliver book of poems I’ve just borrowed from the library. The first one is titled “I Go Down to the Shore” and it has quickly become a favourite. I read it in the quiet of my bedroom while the boys are still asleep in their rooms… I go down to the … [Read more...] about I Have Work To Do
Why Can’t I Keep Going?
Habits of a Transforming Heart: Stepping This article is part of a larger series called Habits of a Transforming Heart. You can see the other articles in the series here: Part 1: How CanI Really Change? – SurrenderPart 2: How Will God React to My Mess? – StaringPart 3: Why Can’t I Stop … [Read more...] about Why Can’t I Keep Going?
Why Can’t I Stop Myself?
Habits of a Transforming Heart: Stopping This article is part of a larger series called Habits of a Transforming Heart. You can see the other articles in the series here: Part 1: How CanI Really Change? – SurrenderPart 2: How Will God React to My Mess? – StaringPart 3: Why Can’t I Stop … [Read more...] about Why Can’t I Stop Myself?
