Ever feel like the holidays are too much? Me too. Here are some kind reminders that I created for my heart in hopes they encourage you too.

As we head into the holidays, here are 14 encouraging practices. We all need reminding of good things, starting within each of us.

How can you turn the ordinary "what's for dinner?" into something a bit extra? Here are a few easy ideas to try around your table.

Being a beginner is so much fun - you don't have to know it all while pursuing something you love. Where are you a beginner in your life?

My heart is longing for light right now. As I share this, I'm reminding myself that we can always share the light right where we are.

What's your calling? I wish I knew with certainty. Here are three questions I'm considering to answer that question.

Fall is a great time to turn over a new leaf of something good. Here are five ideas I'm sharing in hopes they encourage you to do the same.

Failure stinks. Or does it? Recently I was reminded that failure might be the fastest route to the best version of me. Here's my story.

Could average be your superpower? When it comes to changing the world for God, ordinary may be just the thing.

What did you learn this summer? Here are my three takeaways, along with a summer's end picnic menu in case you need some inspiration.

No one in my home is heading back to school this season. But here are a few sweet words for parents as they prepare for the year ahead.

What's your idea of a perfect summer day? We only have about 30 days left - however you spend it, take some time to rest in its beauty.

What books have defined you so far? Here are five books that have shaped the person I am today.

What seasonal rhythms will you embrace this summer? Here are five ideas to flourish this summer (even if your summer feels like chaos.)

I love adventure. But I'm not always good at it. Here are three ideas I'm working on to invite more adventure into my daily life.

How's your Maycember going? May is more than ever like December now, minus the cookies. Here's what's good around here.

What would older you share with 18-year-old you? Here are five good thoughts on what I wish I knew at graduation.

My mom was a vixen. But beyond her beauty and cooking skills like Julia Child, was a better quality. Here's her story of listening well.

Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my April. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my March. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.