Being still isn’t something that comes naturally to me - the word restless has come to mind often during this season. I miss being with my family and spending time at coffee shops and going out on dates with my husband. The other day I caught myself desiring control over the lack of excitement and … Continue reading Pause the Restless
The Work of Stillness
I’ve recently made the mistake of confusing laziness with stillness. While they may appear seemingly interchangeable, these terms are vastly different and hold contrasting levels of value. Laziness is noteworthy in it’s own way - vegging out on the couch and watching your favorite television show at the end of a day feels so good. … Continue reading The Work of Stillness
No “Likes” For You
I have taken to laying on the floor in front of the open window to sun tan. I’m sure people have come up with more creative ways to cope with social distancing, but I wouldn’t know - it’s still Lent and there is still no social media in our household. People have been amazed that … Continue reading No “Likes” For You
Investing In Joy
“My joy doesn’t lie in my circumstances.” You won’t survive these days if you're relying on circumstances to provide happiness. Where are you drawing joy from? Your spouse? Your job? The trip you planned to take this summer? Those can be taken away in an instant - these past few weeks have proven that. Investing … Continue reading Investing In Joy
Paying For A Pandemic
We are debt free - this is what peace feels like amidst a tanking economy. Let’s get on the same page: 69% of Americans have less than $1,000 saved in their bank account & just 18% of Americans say they could live off their savings for at least six months (GOBankingRates Study 2019 & Bankrate … Continue reading Paying For A Pandemic
Beyond the Hostess Stand
For those of you that don't know, I am wrapping up working in the restaurant industry for the better part of a year. This was not my first rodeo & this time around I was much more cognizant of how people treated me and my coworkers. It has become clear to me that so many … Continue reading Beyond the Hostess Stand
Honeymooning
"As we gazed out over the ocean, the sun setting in the pink and blue sky, I turned to look into Jeremy's dark brown eyes...and immediately felt the gripping pain inside my stomach & the sweating chills and fever to follow." Hello & welcome to the honeymoon reflection! While the introduction is dramatic, it is … Continue reading Honeymooning
Mean Girls
"You know who I can't believe is popular?.." As I sat down at a local coffee shop, this is the start of a conversation that greeted my ears from a few tables away. It was a table of (what appeared to be) middle school girls. They sat there on their phones, scrolling through social media … Continue reading Mean Girls
Peace Out
Peace is a noun, defined as the following: freedom from disturbance; tranquility. November 2nd, 2019 was overflowing with tranquility. God poured peace over my wedding day & it was a dream. It’s hard not to day-dream what this “big day” will feel like: Will I cry? Will he? Will I trip walking down the isle … Continue reading Peace Out
I love ya, today.
It's easy to take the greatest blessings in life for granted. I fully admit to skimming over how precious each second is. My fiance and I are officially 8 weeks away from our wedding, and I am so thrilled my heart could burst! But do you know what sobering reminder I was presented with today? … Continue reading I love ya, today.
