This blog is rooted in a desire to be authentically vulnerable, honest and encouraging. The hope is for its words and stories to remind you that, no matter what you're facing, you're not alone.
I humbly confess that I was fairly apathetic to the international news about COVID-19 at first. Ironically enough, I initially became aware in early February because I was planning a trip in April to visit a good friend who's currently living in Hong Kong. My friend, a teacher, told me about school closings and what... Continue Reading →
We cannot escape the news of Kobe Bryant's death. He was a sports icon and many people grew up watching him, and even if we never knew him, the helicopter crash was a shock to many. I think this news also hits home for us because of how we're reminded of our own loved ones... Continue Reading →
This weekend, I was traveling to Charlottesville for a wedding. As I watched the reporters (including a friend of mine) share live coverage of the events of the days prior, I was deeply saddened to see such evil, hatred and racism. I was angered to watch the news and realize how it wasn't a nightmare.... Continue Reading →
In the past few weeks alone, there have been... The attacks in Paris, killing over 128 people.Suicide bombings in Beirut, killing over 40 people.A shooting in San Bernardino, killing 14 people.The video release of the horrible shooting of Laquan McDonald, which resulted in outrage and protests from the city of Chicago.The burglary and murder of Amanda... Continue Reading →
The Beauty In Our Brokenness 