Some Perspective on Contentment

Some Perspective on Contentment

I’ve been struggling with contentment lately. A large part of me would like to move. It isn’t so much about wanting a different house, it is more about wanting a more expansive and quiet outdoor environment. That isn’t to say I don’t want a walk-in pantry and a...
The Journey to Yourself

The Journey to Yourself

I want to take you on a journey. We’ll only be gone for a few moments. You’ll need to quiet any insecurities and open your heart in order to enjoy the trip. Take in a deep breath and slowly let it out. Now, think of something you’ve always wanted to do. Imagine...
Farm to Fork Recap

Farm to Fork Recap

I’m a blogger. Not a serious blogger, not a successful blogger, not a well-connected blogger. But I am a blogger. It is something that I’d like to take more seriously, like to be more successful at. So last summer when I was invited to an event for...
Write Your Own Ending

Write Your Own Ending

For the majority of my life I’ve hated Father’s Day. A day meant to honor that man in my life that was a solid foundation. A steady presence. A protector. A day set aside for a man I’ve never known. That not knowing is tough. Harder some days than...
The Days In Between

The Days In Between

Many years ago I purchased a wooden sign that has since hung in our living room. It reads “These are the good old days” and I knew when I saw it that those words were true. I was happily married, lived in a new house, had a decent job, and was enjoying...
I Wish I Could Blame the Onions

I Wish I Could Blame the Onions

I cried today. That isn’t terribly unusual for me. A typical day involves me tearing up at some point. The tears come easily with empathy. They come out of joy as well. I wish I could blame the onions. Today though, I didn’t just tear up, today I wept. My...