We’ve arrived at another Friday in this strange world we are living in. I hope you had a good week and that your weekend ahead is filled with fun, relaxation, and perhaps a dose of hope. Today’s reads offer some education, inspiration, and encouragement. Enjoy! Why Healing Is So Hard, by Celia Fuller “It feels… Continue Reading
These links posts always feature articles I’ve loved or that have touched me in some way; this week’s are extra worthy of clicking through, as they are some of my favorite things I’ve read on the internet in quite a while. Compassion, reflection, personal responsibility, and a touch of the ordinary—all make an appearance here.… Continue Reading
This summer is proving to be one of the strangest in recent memory: the longing for carefree summer days is present, yet a pandemic is keeping many of us physically grounded, and a difficult cultural climate has kept our hearts somber. Today’s links speak to both sides of that spectrum, with a little heaviness but… Continue Reading
It’s been a difficult few weeks for our nation—on top of a difficult few months for most of the world. My heart feels heavy, and I am at a loss for what to say or do. The links I’m sharing today reflect some of my personal pursuit of education and knowledge as I determine my… Continue Reading
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my time as a parent, it’s that kids come with a LOT of stuff. Even when you attempt to take a more minimal approach, as we have, the clothes and gear and toys seem to accumulate. Which is why, even after sharing a roundup of Tried and True… Continue Reading
Today’s links are filled with hope, encouragement, and a dose of humor. Enjoy! Parents Who Want to Give Up: how to raise up kids even when you want to give up, by Ann Voskamp “There are young men who need time. Oak trees don’t happen over night. Growing in grace and wisdom and stature isn’t… Continue Reading
As we head into the weekend, I know that life looks a little different for all of us depending on where we are in the country and our personal comfort levels with reentering society. Wherever you are, however you are feeling, I hope that these uplifting and informative reads provide the boost you need to… Continue Reading
Here we are at the end of week 479 of quarantine life. (You might need to check my math on that, but it seems about right.) While the end is in sight, the world still seems strange and it’s starting to look this might be our “normal” for some time to come. Predictions aside, I… Continue Reading
One unexpected silver lining of our current situation is the beautiful, creative, and encouraging content pouring through our screens. Today’s links include some of my favorite reads from the past couple of weeks, nearly all of them related to our present circumstances. Five Ways to Approach Your Pandemic Grief, by Melissa Schlies “Though these comparisons… Continue Reading
Last year I had fun sharing some of our family’s favorite items in my Tried and True series featuring everything from favorite kitchen items to baby essentials to travel gear. I thought that I’d maxed out that series, but a couple of months ago I had the idea to write up a list of some… Continue Reading