Strong Back. Soft Front. Wild Heart.

All too often our so-called strength comes from fear, not love; instead of having a strong back, many of us have a defended front shielding a weak spine. In other words, we walk around brittle and defensive, trying to conceal our lack of confidence. If we strengthen our backs, metaphorically speaking, and develop a spine […]
Hold Hands With Strangers Chapter Review

Hey guys! Sorry It’s been a hot minute since I’ve updated this corner of my blog I love so much! The “Sure, Babe Book Club”… gosh I just love you all that are savoring this experience to go deeper with me into this book and into becoming more vulnerable, whole, and brave people. Sadly I […]
Speak Truth To Bullshit. Be Civil. Chapter 5 Book Review

“Someone who lies and someone who tells the truth are playing on opposite sides, so to speak, in the same game. Each responds to the facts as he understands them, although the response of the one is guided by the authority of the truth, while the response of the other defies that authority and refuses […]
People Are Hard To Hate Close Up. Move In.

“I will not be a mystery to my children. They will know me and I will share my stories with them- the stories of failure, shame, and accomplishment. They will know they aren’t alone in that wilderness.” “This is who I am.” “This is where I am from.” “This is my mess.” “This is what […]
High Lonesome: A Spiritual Crisis

This has been a hard week for our country. The thought that we are no longer safe anywhere has entered my mind and probably yours too. I’ve entertained fearful thoughts of what the future looks like for my children in a cultural climate like the one we live in… but I’ve resolved to trust in […]
Braving The Wilderness: Ch 1 Thoughts + Questions
Hello Hello Hello! Let’s check in with our first chapter of “Braving The Wilderness”. Chapter one is titled Everywhere and Nowhere and whoa this chapter drew me in! I felt like I was jumping into the deep end of the pool and loving the space and freedom it gave me….if that makes sense. Here are some […]