The most important time of year has arrived! The red cups are out at Starbucks which marks the beginning of another holiday season. The leaves have fallen off the trees, frost greets me in the morning on the grass and on my car, and the multiple layers and boots are making an appearance daily in … Continue reading
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…steps…
“In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” – Proverbs 16:9 “A man’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand his own way?” – Proverbs 20:24 I have mentioned before that I wish God could give us a book on our lives that provides instructions … Continue reading
…love does…
This next week try sharing love for others around you. After some heartfelt conversations with some of my students this week who expressed how they were hurting, stressed out, and frustrated, I realized that everyone can use some love and kindness because everyone is struggling with something. A smile in passing, genuine listening, completing a … Continue reading
…on time…
I’ll admit, I didn’t post last week. I try to post every Friday, but last week I didn’t. Why? Because I got busy and filled my time with other priorities and distractions. Don’t get me wrong, I love to write and writing helps me to grow and learn more about myself with every post. I … Continue reading
..circle of trust…
This past week my college Bible study girls hit the pages of my blog to find posts that related to their life and posts that they connected with. Besides obviously being flattered, I was nervous that my words, the stories of my life were going to be read, processed and repeated. Now let me be … Continue reading
…single status, no more…
This post is completely dedicated to one of my besties, Rachel Reese! She is getting hitched this weekend and I couldn’t be happier that she has found her partner in crime, her best friend, the man of her dreams, and the love of her life! I wish her the best as she continues her commitment … Continue reading
…dear sisters…
As some of you know, I work in Greek Life at a university and I am a Panhellenic sorority woman myself. Sorority recruitment starts today, and this is my favorite time of year. It’s so exciting to see all the excited new members find their letters, a sisterhood for life, and a home away from … Continue reading
…do not worry…
“Then Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet … Continue reading
…the latest fashion…
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” – … Continue reading
…ten year reunion…
10 Years? I can’t believe that it has been ten years since I graduated high school and now I’m in the process of planning our ten year high school reunion. Where did the time go?! I don’t even feel that old! But I am beyond excited to reconnect with the people that I spent my … Continue reading
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