Up until last week, my daughter disliked writing. Perhaps dislike is not a strong enough word. Writing was right up there with skinned knees and red sauce on her spaghetti. It pained me because writing is what I love the most, next to Jesus, my family, coffee and my hidden stash of chocolate (the one … Continue reading One Simple Thing That Ignited a Love of Writing in Our Homeschool
I came across a podcast by John Piper today that turned my world upside-down. It’s entitled, “Has God Called Me to Write?” I’ve wrestled long and hard with figuring out God’s calling on my life. Although writing gives me joy, I’ve always thought that "real writing" (whatever that means) was an extension of a higher calling—or … Continue reading Why Write?
Is there anything more beautiful than an empty page waiting to be filled with fresh hopes and dreams? Almost 10 years ago, I started what I call my “Dream Book”. I love this book. It’s filled with short-term and long-term goals. Some dreams are for the immediate future. Some dreams are carried over from year … Continue reading Dreams and Goals: Preparing for a Fresh, New Year
How do you express yourself in worship? Do you dance? Draw? Sing? For me, writing is a form of worship. I don't write to impress you, the reader. I don't write to bring attention to me, the author. Whether it's through humour for the sake of humour or a serious life lesson, the words on … Continue reading Everyday Life: The Heart of the Matter
The Grace-Filled Life 