I am in the process of learning not to label myself based off of my occupation. I no longer say that I am a “singer” or “commercial actor” - rather I am passionate about performing, in the same sense that I am passionate about writing, my faith & supporting my family. Some people think it … Continue reading Dare You To Move
Virtually Real Life
Step back, switch the camera lens, step to the other side, zoom out - a change in perspective can alter your worldview, but it takes committed action to get there. My husband and I committed to being off of social media for Lent & each day my eyes are opening wider and wider to the … Continue reading Virtually Real Life
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
Silver Lining’s Playbook
I need to stop watching the news. It highlights so many negatives in our world, that I forget to soak up the blessings walking right by me. bless·ing /noun/ : a beneficial thing for which one is grateful; something that brings well-being. We are surrounded by blessings every single day. They are the silver lining … Continue reading Silver Lining’s Playbook
I am Pam Beesly.
God is sitting right next to you. Did you know that? He is sitting next to you while you slave over emails at work, jogs right behind you at the gym & He is washing your hair at the salon. I was bluntly reminded this evening of just how close He is. You see, Jesus … Continue reading I am Pam Beesly.
“Type A” Kinda Get Away
Any other "type A", planner people in the house?! Good. Because I am right there with you. I grew up in a house that had a big calendar on the back of our basement door & it had every event on there. So as an adult, you better believe I got myself a pocket sized … Continue reading “Type A” Kinda Get Away
You Talkin’ To Me?
Communication is a art-form. No way around it. It will make or break your day, make or break any relationship & alter the way you view a person. Communication was not an area I thrived in growing up; I was awkward, kind of formal, and had far too much attitude with my parents. My dad … Continue reading You Talkin’ To Me?
All Time Grow
Spring has started showing it's sweeter side with the weather warming up. That little shift of sunshine makes our hearts beat at a smoother pace, encourages us to slow down throughout our day, and sparks a desire to inspire growth. Springtime & Sunshine & all things good and green just seem to make us love … Continue reading All Time Grow
Present Day
It's a slow process people, but quitting won't speed it up. Doesn't matter if it's working out, writing a screen play, or saving up for a house, it's a process. In this age of immediacy we believe we need things now. We expect as soon as we're out of college, we will have the life … Continue reading Present Day