At our last choir concert, the September one, I learned something strange about noticing. I’d never sung in a choir before, so I went all out—found a tailor, asked for something simple, respectful, choir-like. The result? A long, boxy, shapeless dress that made me look like I’d stepped straight out of an old hymn book….
Month: November 2025
The Natural Rhythm of Money
There’s something grounding about remembering that money, like everything else in life, moves in cycles. Sometimes there’s abundance—things flow, doors open, bills get paid with ease. And other times, there’s scarcity—tight months, hard choices, and a sense of holding your breath. But both seasons are part of the rhythm. Just like nature has dry spells…
The Burden of Blind Obedience
Today I was reminded again how easy it is for obedience to disguise itself as faith. I got one of those familiar messages—the kind that tells you to fast for three days, pray for others, attend midweek meetings, show up early on Saturday and Sunday, and serve with all your heart. No one questions anything….
When Tensions Rise: On Conflict After Separation
Conflict doesn’t always explode. Sometimes, it simmers—quiet and constant—beneath the surface. In the aftermath of separation or divorce, conflict often lingers longer than the relationship itself. Words unsaid. Feelings unprocessed. Decisions that feel unfair or unfinished. Conflict can show up in co-parenting conversations that turn cold. In texts that carry more tone than words. In…
I Accept Who I Am Today, While Giving Myself Space to Grow
You don’t have to be perfect to be worthy of your own kindness. You don’t have to have everything figured out to feel proud of yourself. Growth isn’t about becoming someone else—it’s about becoming more honest, more free, and more connected to who you already are. Right now, you are a full human being. With…