If you didn’t think that running could become a nerdy hobby then you’re about to become enlightened. In my opinion, a nerd is someone who is an expert on a single discipline, not because they’re supposed to but because they love that subject so much. A nerd knows he’s a nerd, and he’s ok with that. Got it? […]
The One with My “Type A” Rationale
Currently our daily chronological Bible reading has Kevin and I reading through Exodus. The crazy thing is, I have no idea how many times I have previously studied through these passages, but reading straight through them in order brings so many details to light. Almost daily, Kevin hears me exclaim my startling realization. Today’s proclamation was, “Oh […]
The One with Dream Supporters
You know what’s amazing? Having a friend who believes in you. I mean really believes in you. It all starts with a random brainstorm a few moments before the head hits the pillow. The kind of thoughts that keep you thinking, writing notes down in the dark, hoping the letters are actually forming words on […]
The One with the Agelessness of Relationships
I love that God has given me the gift of being relational. A few years back, I took Mark Gungor’s Flag Page inventory that assesses an individual’s strengths and weaknesses, what makes them tick and what ticks them off. At the end of the survey, the system spits out a literal multi-colored flag depicting your […]
The One with the Age Dilemma
With my birthday just around the corner, I have been thinking about “age” a lot lately. Or maybe it’s just on my mind because it seems to be on everyone else’s mind.* *please note–Before I get up on my little soapbox, I would like you all to know I’m not actually mad at anyone who’s ever said […]
The One with the Sensitivity
I love when God gives me glimpses of His purpose for me, of how He is seeking to use me for the His Kingdom. Even the smallest revelation is powerful when I recognize it as God at work. Relationships matter most to me in ministry. I like to seek out those who seem alone, or […]
The One With the Reasons I Love Running
Since moving to our new town, I’ve been surrounded by runners. It’s a whole new experience for me because I’ve always been one of the only people I know who runs. I’ve never had friends nearby to talk to about running–the pros and cons, the strategies, the recovery, the competition. So I’m loving this. Poor […]
The One with a Teaching Bonus
Yet another Wednesday of piano lessons, and I still can’t get over how much I love teaching. For most of my life, people have been telling me I should be a teacher. I always begged to differ. I knew from a very young age that I wasn’t meant to daily instruct and wrangle a large group of […]
The One with the Top [insert number here] Shows I’m Stoked About
And now, because I forgot it was Tuesday until it was already past my bedtime, because I haven’t slept well in days, because I am a lover of quality (I use that term a bit loosely) television entertainment (I know, I know, not the best use of my time, but I love tv, I can’t […]
The One with the Week in Review
This past week I’ve taught my first piano lesson in my new town, receiving quite an exciting review. And I quote, If the giggling after the lesson and practicing at 8pm without being asked are any indication of teaching style….. I recommend Melanie and Eccles Piano Studio. Besides working on to improve upon my studio policies […]