My closest friends may snort laugh in agreement when I admit that I’m a bit of a dude. I’m not… Read more Doing motherhood like a dude
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God’s big hands
When I was 10 years old, I met Harmony Culbreath. She brought nothing but sunshine to my life. My mentor… Read more God’s big hands
Walk and chalk
“Walk. Chalk.” Each morning, as the hands on the clock tick and tock their way toward the number nine, Maggie’s… Read more Walk and chalk
2013 gift list
Before I move on, I want to look back—not to dwell on the past or listen to Sirens, as I… Read more 2013 gift list
Choosing not to
When my friend Bruce invited me to his concert next weekend, I was stoked—and then immediately felt totally bummed. His… Read more Choosing not to
Remembering love
In my past, when experiencing the sorrow and grief accompanying loss of relationships, I typically spent at least a week… Read more Remembering love
The real world
Someday, your father willbuild me a sunroomwith his hands. His sweat steadilydripping, devoted to craftingcontentment in my soul. And when… Read more The real world
How about a round of applause?
Last night, I had a more-trying-than-usual time lulling my baby into slumber. I nursed her. I changed her diaper. I… Read more How about a round of applause?
Setting down the bucket
Life is incredibly short. I was reminded of this yesterday when my husband learned that a friend of his from… Read more Setting down the bucket
Right where I belong
“What’s one feeling you’ve had since having her that has surprised you?” One of my best friends posed this question… Read more Right where I belong
Just wheat: Only what matters 