Tag: life

  • 31 days of Life. Intentionally. // your feedback, pretty please?

    31 days of Life. Intentionally. // your feedback, pretty please?

    Well, my friends, another 31 day series has come and gone. And although I’ve written 3 other 31 day series, this is the very first series I’ve done via video. Initially, I told you that my main feeling was fear. So how did it all end up? What did I learn from periscoping every single night in October?…

  • family chat :: summer craziness + leaning in

    It’s time for a family chat. You know, those times when you just have to pull everyone into a huddle and update them on certain things? Yep. Consider yourself pulled into this huddle. Sometimes people stop by this blog just to get a recipe or tutorial – they’re like the guests. Always welcome, of course,…

  • that time I almost died

    that time I almost died

    “It will be fun,” they said. “You will love it,” they said. But I almost died. Really, truly died. This is the story of how something almost killed me. It’s also a story illustrating the importance of using correct names for things. FOR EXAMPLE: Something should never be called a ‘pal’ if it truly is…

  • jolted // thoughts on eternity

    jolted // thoughts on eternity

    On Saturday morning, I woke up discouraged. Depressed would probably be a more accurate word to use. For the past couple weeks, we’ve had a break from my husband’s school schedule. Plus, he’s had days off because of the holidays. Let’s just say I’ve enjoyed it. Immensely. Saturday was the last day off before the dreaded “normal” week…

  • lately.

    lately.

    After posting every day in October, I feel like I haven’t written at all here lately. And I’ve really missed it. But since writing isn’t something I have to do – like taking care of my sweet littles, cleaning toilets, and cooking is – well, I just don’t always take time for it. Anyway, I just thought I’d share…

  • break your rules

    break your rules

    We all have rules for ourselves. Sometimes they’re good: “I will always wash my hands after using the restroom.” That’s definitely a good rule. Sometimes they’re odd: “I refuse to be seen in a red car.” But we all have them. There’s a sweet lady in my church. When she was in her upper 30’s, both she…

  • an intentional closet

    an intentional closet

    Since the great purge of ’14, I’ve been much more intentional about the ‘stuff’ I allow into our home. I even avoided the clearance endcaps at Target the other day. Now that’s dedication. I’ve been greatly intrigued lately by the idea of a capsule wardrobe. I first read about it here, but the idea originated from…

  • purging

    purging

    2014 has been a time of purging. And I don’t mean anything to do with food or drinks. I feel like all year has been filled with spurts of organizing and getting rid of things. Redefining my goals for things and possessions. Trashing, donating, moving, etc. and it feels so good. This morning, my guy…