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.
In 2021, I had over 25 friends move out of the city of Chicago. Roommates. Small group leaders and members. Friends of 5+ years. Friends who made up my sense of community. Friends who made Chicago home. Some moved to various states across the country, and some even across the world. Most of these friends... Continue Reading →
After Bob Saget passed away in January, I started watching Full House from the very beginning to watch the series chronologically. In one of the early episodes, Danny turns 30. At this point in his life, Danny was widowed, had a stable career, had a car, (likely) owned a home in San Francisco, and…had three... Continue Reading →
For most of my life, I've watched romance happen for others while remaining on the sidelines. In the past five years alone, I've been invited to over 40 weddings. Many of those same friends are having their first, second or third babies. While I love supporting and showing up for my friends' life moments (read... Continue Reading →
The Beauty In Our Brokenness 