She slings her bag over her shoulder and pushes through the door. Heels click on the tile as she walks toward the sink. Two girls hunch at the edges of a table in the corner swiping on eye shadow. Another stretches over the sink toward the mirror, applying mascara. Looking … [Read more...]
What’s Your Love Kryptonite?
Before my mind recalls the candid conversation, my body remembers. The previous day a friend of mine, in the most loving way possible, pointed out some blind spots in my life. Subtle relationship infractions I have committed and tolerated for years. As a result I let the … [Read more...]
How do you Measure Your Worth?
How often do we measure ourselves in numbers? Numbers on the scale, number of likes, numbers on a test, numbers on the tag of our jeans, or the dreaded sum of others’ opinions of us. David was tempted to measure his value and strength as king by the number men in his … [Read more...]
How to Combat the Insecurities Blocking your Dreams
“What do you want for your life?” She asked a room full of women. One answer floated through my heart as I listened to her speak. She was smart, and she was beautiful. Surrounded by a veil of flowing brown hair, her green eyes danced when she spoke about God. Her life story … [Read more...]
For the Overachiever: When you Miss the Mark
I pace back and forth in front of the fridge. I grasp the door handle, and then let go. I glance over at the orange on the counter considering it a better option. I snatch the orange from the bowl, breathe out a forced sigh and pace back to the living room. “I’ll wait until … [Read more...]