11:44 pm on January 15, 2013 {the beautiful ordinary}

It’s quiet here … and this makes two nights in a row I’ve been up long after I normally am sound asleep.  Just like last night I watched The West Wing on Netflix thinking the familiar dialog would lull my filled-up-mind into slumber. Instead, I watched President Bartlett prepare to […]

Realizing the Dream a God-sized Dreams post

Last week Holley challenged us with these words: Do one thing to move forward in your God-sized dream. You get extra credit if it’s simple, small and takes just a few minutes. One thing.  Seemed sort of challenging for a girl who isn’t really sure what her God-sized dream is. […]

The Practice of Stillness

Usually, when the distractions of daily life deplete our energy, the first thing we eliminate is the thing we need the most: quiet, reflective time. Simple Abundance: A Daybook of Comfort and Joy Is your world noisy?  Between the people, the gadgets, and the never-ending cacophony of social media and […]

Listening for the DreamA God-Size Dream Post

A friend once called me an idea slinger.  I like that.  I love to play with what could be . . . to imagine all the possibilities . . .  to explore new opportunities. I love ideas and dreams. Unfortunately, I far too often find myself stymied by fear and […]

One Word 2013: LISTEN

“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” Steven R. Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People In 2011, simplicity was the word God impressed on me.  He challenged me to live in the beauty of an uncluttered life.  One of […]

Our Christmas Prayer for You

  From our home in North Alabama to wherever this holiday finds you, our prayer for you is simple. May you find wonder in the twinkling lights And beauty in quiet winter nights. May you see others through eyes of grace, Reach others’ hearts in every space. May God reach […]