This Wild and Precious Life

by | Mar 2, 2016 | Life Issues

  For Christmas this year, I asked Tim for a print for our home. It features a quote from Mary Oliver that I saw Shauna Niequist’s mention on social media one day. I love her books and her taste, generally, and this was no different. In beautiful shades of blue,...

I Don’t Do New Years Resolutions

by | Jan 2, 2014 | Health and Wellness

I’ve never been big on New Year’s resolutions. Sure, I’d like to lose 10 pounds, be more organized, plan better, and learn new skills (quilting and a foreign language are always at the top of my list). I’ve just never been one to follow through beyond January 31...

Who Are You People?

by | Jun 19, 2013 | Relationships

Connecting with our kids can be challenging in a day and age where many things seem to grab or pull our attention away to other things. As a mom, especially, I feel like there are constantly things on my to-do list that can pull me away from my kids mentally, even if...

A Mile In Her Shoes

by | Jun 16, 2010 | Self Discovery

I had an interesting experience last week. I went to visit an incredible ministry at Hosanna Lutheran Church in Lakeville.  Once a week, they provide a free meal, open to anyone in our community who might need it.  They serve people food, have clothing and household...