This end of the school year always invites me to ask "what did I learn this year?" Three favorite posts share some highlights.

Most of my days feel like I'm pressing and striving. Here's my story of how resting first allows me to be up to good for God.

After the spring-forward time change punishment, I think we all could use a treat. Here are a few goodies to cheer you up.

A recent sermon challenged my thinking with the idea, "it's not about me." Even though I didn't like it, it changed me.

Wisdom sometimes comes from unlikely places - like your houseplants. Here's what I'm learning from the fern in the corner.

When I asked God to pierce my heart, He answered with an adventure to Haiti. Here's how my prayer was answered in an unexpected way.

What's saving your life right now? Now that we are deep into the winter season, it's the perfect time to remember the life-giving things.

Are you craving more rest? Me too. Recently rest snuck up on me and reminded me that it's not just for weekends.

A funny story about how joy shows up in unexpected places -- like a bait and tackle restaurant in the Everglades.

Looking back over your year, what is one word to describe what you learned? Here's my story about my word, diligence.

Yes 11-year-olds can absolutely cook the Thanksgiving feast. Here's my Hell's Kitchen moment, saved by a spunky kid willing to step up.

Rice and beans meant home to my dad. Here's my story of how home is where you decide to make it.

November is the perfect month to consider how we gather around the table. Here are 10 simple ideas for everyday feasting.

Could one question really change your day? Maybe. It's a fun experiment to try out. Here's my story of the day-changer question.

What a privilege to be featured on The Walkshow with Walker Neer as we discuss, "The Power of Homeschooling."

The daily meal is our chance to celebrate the sacred and the ordinary. How using the good China reminds me to celebrate family every day.

When storms come, I know how to prepare. But what do I do for personal storms? Here are 3 ideas on handling storms of the heart.

Creating a true refuge is more than a home's decor. Here are three ideas for considering the soul of your sanctuary.

The back-to-school season inspired me to share my best advice as my son headed out. It turns out, the best advice is no advice: just love.

How a fierce tribe of women allowed me to see more beauty in my days.