A “Word” for the Year: Finding Joy in 2025
I’m not in the habit of picking a word for the year or even a Bible verse for the year. […]
Starting the Morning Right: 3 Healthy Habits for a New Year
In December, my roommate made me stop and evaluate my health. Last fall was a busy season for me. I
Embracing January’s Blues: 5 Tips for Winter Decorating
Christmas decorations are so short-lived. Before we can blink, January comes with his frosted breath and early nightfall. He wraps
4 Steps to Pursuing Dreams
Fill in the blank: More than anything else in this world, I want ______________. One hundred people may give one
What Is Love? Answers from 9th Graders–and God
Recently, my ninth-grade students answered the eternal question What is love? Their answers were surprising—and touching. Since my ninth-grade English
Squelching Superwoman Syndrome
As I was growing up, my mom encouraged my sister and me to participate in many forms of competition. Piano
Alone in the Church Pew
Recently, I sat alone in my church pew and longed to be married. My long-sleeved dress, fleece-lined tights, and high
Are We Late? Extended Seasons of Singleness
As I was doing research for my book Opening the Hope Chest: A Single Girl’s Guide to Homemaking, I came
Counting the Blessings of Singleness
When I moved to Cleveland, I experienced a bit of culture shock. Back home, my dad, who was also my
Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving? What Would the Pilgrims Say?
Friendsgiving? Is that even a thing? Isn’t it some kind of sacrilege? A 2023 study by Statistica Consumer Insights shows