For the past few years, I’ve been ruminating on the story of Martha and Mary in Luke 10 — a relevant passage for this period in my life. Lately I’ve been putting some of these ideas on paper (or, more accurately, _screen_), but I see that my musings are making for much more than just one post. I am constantly encountering the ideas in this passage as I make decisions about work, parenting, rest, and daily chores, all while I seek to live in the present moment and listen to God. So let me offer here the first in a series of twelve posts about the marriage of work and worship with Jesus. Continue reading “The Conversation — Visiting with Mary and Martha, part 1”
The best crunchy granola bars
May I share with you the best crunchy granola bar recipe ever? Continue reading “The best crunchy granola bars”
Twitterature: July 2014
I know it’s not July anymore — just roll with me on this. The past few weeks found me deep in Shakespeare, horses, and two books with the word “blue” in the title. Continue reading “Twitterature: July 2014”
Finding rest in everyday chores (and a watermelon salad recipe)
This past Sunday, I gave a short reflection at our church about the ways I find spiritual rest in everyday chores…and I made a watermelon salad at the same time. It was fun and I succeeded in not slicing my finger while talking to my church family. Continue reading “Finding rest in everyday chores (and a watermelon salad recipe)”
Twitterature: June 2014
I’ve come across a few gems in my summertime reading over the past few months. Continue reading “Twitterature: June 2014”
Ice cream therapy
Everyone is healthy around here now — and I am so grateful! — but I cannot let this season of illness pass without letting you in on the secret of my sanity in times of trouble. Continue reading “Ice cream therapy”
ER visit #3: The rehydration chronicles
As is our custom, I’m writing up our latest emergency room visit. Continue reading “ER visit #3: The rehydration chronicles”
Twitterature: May 2014
The past several weeks have been full to the brim, but I’m grateful that I was able to squeeze a few books into the cracks. Continue reading “Twitterature: May 2014”
Sick days
We’re welcoming the spring by experiencing three weeks of sickness. Continue reading “Sick days”
Twitterature: April 2014
I’m trying out a new format for book reviews so that I can be less boring. Continue reading “Twitterature: April 2014”
