If I ever have a son, I hope I can teach him these things about what it means to be a true man of integrity. And if not, I pray that I can share it with my nephews and my boys in my classroom. And I also pray for all the men in my life… Continue reading A True Man of Integrity
Zechariah 4:6, 10 – “Then He said to me, ‘This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the LORD of hosts.’ … For whoever has despised the day of small things shall rejoice, and shall see the plumb line in the hand of… Continue reading Don’t Despise the Day of Small Things
I know what it is I’m longing for. The eye contact when we’re laughing together. The banter and teasing that comes from knowing a person so well. A private store of memories between the two of us that form a bond no one else can share. A deep, deep understanding of another’s soul that can… Continue reading A Lament of the Dying Spark
When the time comes To say good-bye – I hope you’ll be brave. Brave enough To cry the tears That show all the love Welled up in your heart. Brave enough To hold her close One last time Here on earth. Brave enough To share the grieving With those Who are close.… Continue reading When the Time Comes
Last year, 2019, I wanted my focus to be on faithfulness. I wanted to especially grow in my faithfulness to the callings that I’ve been given in this season – specifically my writing, my walk with God, and my hospitality/relationships. Unfortunately, there were a few things that got in the way of that pursuit –… Continue reading 2020 – A Deeper, More Undistracted Year
The Vintage Girl 