We tried to make last year’s clothes work again—but growth changes things. This reflection connects summer clothes, life seasons, and the hard but freeing call to stop forcing what no longer fits.

I recently learned that people still handwrite the entire Bible—and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Here’s why I decided to start, what I’m learning already, and why you might want to try it too.

Two introverts took separate flights to Arizona. What followed were desert hikes, sunshine, and a prayer for healing I wasn’t sure would be answered.

My niece gave everything she had on the dance floor until her legs gave out. It reminded me that we weren't meant to carry the hard seasons.

Words do hurt. When someone spoke something untrue about me, I wanted to fight back—but Jesus shows a better way to respond when accusations come.

When we rush ahead of God—driven by fear, impatience, or the illusion of control—we often end up exhausted and anxious. But when we slow down and wait for His direction, peace follows. This week’s Make Monday Matter reminds us of the danger of moving without God and the freedom found in trusting His timing.

This week, gratitude felt stuck. My calendar was packed, my summer fun was over, and the “mom taxi” job was in full swing. But in the middle of the chaos, God sent a small win—a reminder that He cares about the little things too.

Summer is just around the corner—and I don’t know about you, but I’m so ready for a slower pace. But the kind of rest I’ve been journaling about lately goes deeper than beach chairs and poolside days. It’s the kind of rest Jesus promises in Matthew 11:28–30: a rest found in walking with Him, learning from Him, and laying down the urge to go it alone.

Mother’s Day can feel painful for women facing infertility, miscarriage, or longing for a child. A personal reflection and encouragement for the women carrying silent grief this weekend.