Vineyard Women’s Retreat

May 9, 2017.Reading time 1 minute.

This past weekend was our Massachusetts Area Vineyard Women’s Retreat. It such a great experience. It was my first time organizing something of this magnitude. I learned so much! Things like: The women at my church are simply the best. They rise to meet a challenge like nothing I’ve ever seen. Having people come to bless and […]

The Rest of Yesterday’s Story

April 29, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

Yesterday I had a bit of a rant. I wasn’t sure whether or not to post it. It had the potential to come across as full-on ungratefulness for all I have, and I am astoundingly blessed. It hasn’t been that long since I felt astoundingly NOT blessed (to the point where Steve and I actually […]

The Story of Our Staycation

April 24, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

In an Easter miracle that feels every bit proportional to Jesus rising from the dead, we managed to pull off a school vacation that didn’t suck. I am awed and grateful. I’m not even sure how to describe it, so I’ll just post a bunch of pictures with a few words to record this moment […]

Stop the World, I Want To Get Off

March 15, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

I know this will shock you, but not every moment in our household is delightful and heartwarming. This was especially bad in the first year, when I so regularly found myself in situations I had no clue how to handle. Can you go to some random park with your friends? How should I know? […]

Friendships, High School & Advice for #2 Cherub

March 6, 2017.Reading time 7 minutes.

Two related things happened this weekend: First, I learned that my High School Reunion is coming up this summer (!!!). I’ve never been to one, and I’m surprisingly excited to go. And second, #2 Cherub asked if I would preach a sermon series at church about friendships. Specifically, the friendships that happen during the school […]