Transition – to make a change from one state, place, or condition to another Merriam-Webster Dictionary When you see the word transition, what comes to mind? Do you think of it as a positive experience or a negative one? For me, the word transition is a bit uncomfortable. Transition means that I have to move out of my comfort zone. It means a new struggle, and it means I am leaving behind a familiar identity. Recently, during a conversation with a trusted mentor, I realized that I am going through a season of transitions. It is not a transition in READ MORE
Rubber Ducky
My second oldest daughter is celebrating her 20th birthday this week and has decided that she wants a rubber ducky birthday party. You might think her party theme is a little unusual, but it truly fits her personality. She is silly, fun, creative, loving, smart, giving, pretty, and more. She has a wonderful sense of humor, fun loving demeanor, and contagious smile, not to mention she loves the color yellow and rubber ducks. She is as unique as each of her 130+ rubber ducks in the collection on her bedroom shelf and infinitely more valuable. She is a world changer, READ MORE
This Week’s Reward
Four months ago, my husband and I decided to purchase chickens. You wouldn’t know it to look at them, but those cute furry chicks you buy at the store require a large amount of time, patience, and care to survive. It was a “first time” experience that has proven both exciting and exhausting. We have often questioned whether the time, money, and effort were really worth it. I am happy to report that we finally got our answer. This week, we received the ultimate chicken reward- some eggs. We have waited patiently for “the girls,” as we affectionately call them, READ MORE
Thank You!
Are the words I write, on this blog and for other projects, impacting people? This is the question I often ask myself. This is blog post number 32. For over 7 months, I have faithfully written to you, my readers, every Thursday evening. Each week, I sit down at my desk with a cup of tea, say a quick prayer for inspiration, and put my fingers on the keyboard. Then, I wait. I wait for a new idea or a fresh perspective on a slightly worked draft in my blog folder. I spend hours deciding what to write and how READ MORE
My Husband, My Hero
Recently, my husband, Chris, and I started watching a show on Netflix called Fixer Upper. On the show, Chip and Joanna Gaines transform rundown properties into gorgeous homes, for couples that want to live in a nice neighborhood but are on a budget. Although we enjoy seeing the renovations to each home, our favorite part is watching Chip and Joanna interact with one another. They are a fun couple who seem to genuinely love each other and enjoy working together. Last night after my husband fell asleep, I decided to watch another episode of the show. Chip and Joanna were READ MORE