"I STOPPED THINKING THE WAY OTHER PEOPLE THINK A LONG TIME AGO.

YOU GOTTA THINK LIKE YOU THINK."

- ROCKY BALBOA

Leo's Birth Story

It was a textbook labor at home...until the last push.

the perfect gift combos for every kind of mom

Snag something awesome for mom and support your values at the same time.

preorder AFTER SHE FALLS

All the preorder details on AFTER SHE FALLS

5 reasons to get my shopping guide

Here's the shopping guide that 800 people signed up for in one day.

a birthday wishlist that keeps your money in the USA

I took some time to peruse my Pro-USA Shopping Guide and I found a few items that I could definitely use at the moment!

rapid-fire reflections on 29

A bunch of quick, clickable thoughts on turning 29.

the apology you've all been waiting for

Some people want me to apologize for how I’ve lived my Christian life. Here’s my answer.

things to pray about pt. 3 (weakness)

Finding the words I need to read over and over again.

The Sound Engagement Podcast

A recent conversation on Christian boldness in sea of passivity.

things to pray about pt. 2 (expectations)

Idealization makes and breaks you.

things to pray about pt. 1 (heroes)

Calling all protagonists.

Relationship Insights with Carrie Abbott

I was invited to discuss my recent contributions to The Stream with the delightful Carrie Abbott on her Seattle-based radio show.

sunday mornings

For the tired mom trying to do all the things.

storms passing through

Clouds are inevitable, and they can even strike on sunny days.

a strange friday

On Good Friday, I remember how God can turn tragedy into celebration.

spring cleaning

Overwhelmed? Here's where to start.

why I don't stress out about breastfeednig

This conversation can be overwhelming. So let's keep it simple.

hey 2020!

New year. New-ish goals.

a different kind of resistance

There's procrastination. And then there's this.

kansas writing retreat

What happens on an impromptu writing retreat in western Kansas? I've got the rundown.