Use Your Words
For the first time in my life, I had been experiencing anxiety in the form of irrational and unfounded fear. I developed a pit in my stomach that took away my appetite. My heart raced uncontrollably to the… Read More
I Believe You
This phrase, “I believe you” has entered my mind in different ways over the past few weeks. These words are important to hear but I’m learning that the context in which they are said could imply various meanings… Read More
The Joy and Frustration of Publishing
A lot of people start writing books. Less than a lot of people finish their books, and even fewer people follow through with publishing. I believe the statistic is 5% of writers actually publish. For some, the personal… Read More
The Power of Grace
Two dinners, same two people, same restaurant, ten years apart, much different feeling walking away. In the fall of 2013, I had dinner with a girlfriend. I was struggling in so many ways – life, marriage, and motherhood… Read More
Taking My Story Home
This past week I did two speaking engagements in my home town. This was emotionally energizing and draining at the same time. Today I am exhausted, wanting to curl up and do nothing, but for some reason I… Read More
When Resurrection Becomes Personal
In addition to fifteen years of handwritten journals I also inherited a 3-ring binder that my mother had created and submitted for consideration of promotion to full professor at Manchester College. Where the journals housed her very private… Read More
Pain and Dis-Ease
I am often asked if I will write a second book. My answer is usually “No” because at this point I have written the first 50 years of my life. It’s all I know right now, however, I… Read More
Love Deeply
I was overwhelmed this past week by the people who showed up to support me at my first book signing. This signing was not necessarily about selling books but more about celebrating the meaning of my story and… Read More
Upcoming Speaking & Signing Events
My first public book signing is approaching soon! I am thrilled to take my story on the road and engage in all the conversations that are brewing! If this one is not convenient for you, below is a… Read More
So Much More to Say
Two years ago I was still trying to figure out if I was truly meant to write this book. Fast forward to today and I’m trying to figure out what my next two years might look like because… Read More
