At the beginning of the year, New Year’s Day, my friend had us write ourselves a letter that she would send out at some point throughout the year. From time to time I would remember about this letter and the fact that my friend had not mailed it. I’m not going to lie, I figured… Continue reading Dear Nicole (2014)
Category: Doing Life To My Best Ability
Less Than Ideal
You may hear me talk a lot about God’s grace and unconditional love on this blog. And that may make sense since the title is “His Love is Better than Wine”. But I don’t discuss this topic so frequently because I am such an expert in understanding His Grace and Love. I actually discuss it… Continue reading Less Than Ideal
The Problem With Being “Needy”
This past weekend I hosted an unwanted guest. It was something I knew Holy Spirit wanted me to do and that was the main reason I did it. There was nothing outwardly wrong with my guest. She was kind and nice enough. It wasn’t until I kept dwelling on the discomfort I had with being… Continue reading The Problem With Being “Needy”
31 and Single
As a 30 something single with no children, my adult life experience has been lived out within the boundaries of these demographics. It is only now, in this season, that I have some sort of understanding as to WHY this has been God’s path for me (because I so didn’t want it). For nearly 10 years,… Continue reading 31 and Single
Newsflash! Milestones are Overrated
As a 30 something I have a few special events under my belt. A few milestones I achieved which aided and abetted in supporting my culture’s definition of success. And at one time my definition as well. I realize now that the struggle in my 20s (and even at times, currently) was mostly due to… Continue reading Newsflash! Milestones are Overrated
Retail Therapy & Really Good Friends
2 days ago my BFF and I spent 6 hours unashamedly doing nothing. Well, that’s not true. We shopped, ate, lounged and shopped some more :-). This season is full of wide open spaces for me. Not so much for my friend, so I’m glad to share a little of my God-given quiet moments with… Continue reading Retail Therapy & Really Good Friends
Accepted By the Beloved
There once was a girl who, even while in her mother’s womb knew pain. While her mother carried her, there was a certain family member that did not approve of this pregnancy, and she made it a point to let the mother know it. She often made the mother cry and regret her decision to… Continue reading Accepted By the Beloved
Apple Pie, Ice Cream & Wine
This week my friend came over and we hung out twice. Even though the circumstances of this season are less than fortunate, I’m blessed to see my relationships with others growing in intimacy as a result. This particular friend has been a surprising source of blessing and encouragement. She and her husband have affirmed me… Continue reading Apple Pie, Ice Cream & Wine
Where I’m at These Days
I’ve found myself in recovery from the removal of codependent relationships. Some have lasted more than a decade. And though it is now freeing to experience life in this new and healthier way, it is also scary and makes me feel extremely vulnerable. But I guess that is how anyone feels when they’ve been addicted… Continue reading Where I’m at These Days
Fly Girl
It’s funny how you can be oblivious to certain things in your culture. You’ve grown up in it, been immersed in it since birth and are pretty immune to certain occurrences. The same goes for family culture. I am realizing in this season how much my family culture has shaped my identity. One particular way… Continue reading Fly Girl