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The Assumed Dichotomy Between Joy and Realness

The Assumed Dichotomy Between Joy and Realness

Our pastor talked yesterday about joy. A specific point that stood out to me is that joy is attractive. It made me automatically check myself. Am I joyful? Are people drawn to me because of my joy? If not, why? I have so much to be thankful for–so much to be...
Three Fiction Heroes My Husband Resembles

Three Fiction Heroes My Husband Resembles

On Friday, my awesome critique partner and friend, Melissa Tagg, wrote a post about why she loves men — and more importantly, about the fact that heroes don’t just exist in novels, but also in real life. I thought I’d hop on the bandwagon and brag on...
What to Do When You’re Emotionally Exhausted

What to Do When You’re Emotionally Exhausted

Last week was emotionally exhausting for me. I’m sure you can relate. There was a lot of extra “stuff” to deal with and my schedule was fuller than usual on top of it all. I didn’t have a chance to deal with all of the emotions I was feeling or...
Bless the Lord Reason #4: He Gives Me Joy

Bless the Lord Reason #4: He Gives Me Joy

On this blog, I try to post about the ways I’ve seen God work in my life. Sometimes, the posts are difficult ones to write. I try to be honest. To give a real glimpse of what it’s like to live in this world and still have faith. Even when times are hard. Even when...