Yearly Archives: 2010

There are moments in our lives that change us forever. Moments that leave us breathless and examining ourselves, our world, and our purpose in the world.  Some of these moments come with the disappointment of shattered dreams or the tragedy of loss.  Some of these moments come with brokenness. And there are also moments, equally […]

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Yesterday was my birthday.  I turned 23. . . again. . . or some configuration of those numbers.   It was a beautiful day filled with greetings, kind words, and expressions of appreciation.  I felt so loved by family and friends and especially my fellow blogger friends at Two Pretzels, Trophy Life, and Written Permission. […]

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Crazy.  Obsessive.  Insane.  Addicted.   These are just some of the words people have used to describe me when they hear about my running.  I get that it is difficult to understand.  Why would anyone want wake up in the wee hours of the morning day after day, add stress to the body and fight through […]

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Toys are moved inside and garage doors begin to close.  Dirty kids are wiped clean in baths and shorts and t-shirts are traded for p.j.’s.  Snacks are eaten and the living room is cleaned.  Wrestling with Daddy before teeth are brushed and bedroom doors are closed.  This is bedtime in our home.  One of my […]

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Two days each week I work in a professional office setting and work with adults in my field.  I thoroughly enjoy my job and am thankful that, while I’m at work, my in-laws are taking good care of my children.  If I am being completely honest, the two days I spend working in the professional […]

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