In this cold, dark time of the year, dreams are emerging. Longings arise and prepare to be nurtured, like seeds germinating in the stillness of the season. Winter is meant for dreaming. There's a state of unsettlement in the air. A stirring beneath the surface. I keep coming back to this . . .
The Modern Village: What will it take?
What will a modern-day village look like and what does it take to build one? The answers I found might surprise you. Close your eyes and imagine with me for a moment: You’re exhausted. Maybe you didn’t sleep well because of a looming deadline at work, a fussy toddler, a cluster-feeding . . .
Build Your Village: Every Parent Needs a Village, Pt 2
In a previous post (Parenting is Hard: Why Every Parent Needs a Village) I share how I've learned the value of having a chosen village and why I believe everyone raising children should have a village of their own. Part 2 focuses on how to build a chosen village that offers support, nurturing and . . .
40 Lessons Through Turning 40
Is it "Over the Hill" or is 40 the new 20? Here's a look at 40 lessons I've learned through turning 40. Last week I turned the big 4-0 and people keep asking me how I feel about it. The truth is, I feel excited! As I've moved through different seasons I've encountered new lessons at each . . .
Parenting is Hard: Why Every Parent Needs a Village
Yes, raising children is hard. And that's why every parent needs a village. Here's what I've learned about why and how to build your own village. This is part 1 of a 2-part post. There's a trend in social media spaces to share, expound, joke, and commiserate on the difficulties of parenting. . . .
What Prioritizing You Looks Like
We know that making ourselves a priority is important. But how do we know what "prioritizing you" looks like in the practical day-to-day? Here's the approach I'm using to keep myself a top priority. In thinking about my New Years Intentions, I keep going back to the concept and importance of . . .