Friend, Can I tell you something that might sound strange coming from someone who stands on stages for a living? I’ve had seasons (more often than you think) where I sit in a room full of people and still feel invisible. Seriously, I’ve had moments where I looked at everybody else and thought, They seem […]

Have you been feeling overwhelmed lately? Well, you’re not alone. Seriously, you’re not failing. You’re probably just carrying something that actually matters. I know… this April has been a LOT. (Who approved this schedule, anyway?)  I warned my team in advance that I might need some EGR (Extra Grace Required) days coming up. Here’s my […]

What If You’re Closer Than You Think? I have a four-year-old in my life – Liam. He’s the most adorable little guy, full of energy and curiosity.  But like any kid, he gets frustrated when things don’t go his way. If he spills something, messes up, or even gets in trouble, we don’t scold him […]

Do you ever feel like you don’t quite belong… that your very identity is somehow in question?  Maybe your life hasn’t followed a neat little path, or your family situation is more “complicated” than you’d like to admit.  It’s frustrating to sense the world whispering (or sometimes shouting), “You’re not enough!” or “Hey, you don’t […]

If I had my way… I’d leave the Christmas lights up all year. (David says “No way. We’d look like rednecks!”) 

So, obviously, my least favorite part of Christmas is when it all has to come down.