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

YOU GOTTA THINK LIKE YOU THINK."

- ROCKY BALBOA

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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.

my frank sinatra moment...part 2

A few weeks ago, I started to tell you the tale of writing my first novel. This week, I'll finish the rest of the story.

a funny story about this photo...part 1

The unexpected story behind this selfie.

a note for put-together moms

We hear a lot about the "messy' mom, but what about the put-together mom?

we need more robins

Remembering Saint Robin.

destination: key west

Key West deserves a poem, too.

2018: lost & found, part 2

When it came to writing, 2018 was a year of ups and downs.

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