I’m an island girl. Born and raised on Grand Manan beside sandy beaches, rugged rocks and the freezing bay of Fundy. Salt water flows through my veins. The beach is my home. Waves lapping on the shore is the coastal music my heart dances to. My childhood memories include sandy beach afternoons … [Read more...] about My Lighthouse
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Start Small
I love this time of the day. It is evening, the sun is beginning its slow descent behind the peaks of the neighbouring houses. I can hear the birds whistling their final melody of the day as the curtains dance in the gentle breeze. It is a time when little is required of me, and I am thankful for … [Read more...] about Start Small
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
Why Is There Never Enough?
Habits of a Transforming Heart: Sabbath 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 Is There Never Enough?
Think About Such Things
The Flip Side of Worry I’m going to take a deep breath now and admit something. Here we go… I’m a worrier. Well, maybe I can’t use the word “admit”, because I’m not sure it counts as an admission if everyone who has ever known you responds with, “yeah, obviously.” In either case, I spend an … [Read more...] about Think About Such Things