Once upon a time there was a girl who dreamed of writing books. Books were magic carpets that transported her through time and across space. The only problem was her favorite authors simply did not write books fast enough. What was a voracious reader to do? She already haunted the local Christian bookstore, a feat she did with such regularity she'd walk in and the owner would hand the catalogs to … [Read more...]
Living in the Chaos
This week we're getting new flooring at our house. It was desperately needed, but if you've ever participated in a process like this, you know just how chaotic it is. Yesterday the installers were using the nail gun to affix plywood to the floor in prep for new laminate. The day before there was the strong smell of glue as the put down carpet in my bedroom, the hallway and stair. It'll be a … [Read more...]
5 Things Every Book Lover Needs
As an avid reader and bibliophile, I love little more than spending an afternoon curled up with a book or strolling through the stacks of a library or bookstore. Now that the weather is beginning to hint at fall, rather than pumpkin spice lattes, I want to talk about the perfect season for curling up with a favorite book. So what does the ultimate bibliophile need? Here are a few items. (And don't … [Read more...]
Finding Wonder Woman Bracelets in My Sweat Invoking House…or Something Like That
I want all of my days to go beautifully and smoothly. I'd love for y'all to think that's how I roll. But here's the truth. Yesterday was not a Wonder Woman day. It was a hang on by your fingernails as sweat rolls down your face kind of day. Think I'm kidding about the sweat? Just look at the thermostat. That's inside my house at 8:30 p.m. Yes, you read it correctly. It says 87 degrees. Seriously! … [Read more...]
Escape to Italy
This summer our family had the adventure of a lifetime. We got to explore Italy for a month while I taught in a study abroad program. It was an absolute delight and dream come true. I realized I hadn't shared many photos with y'all yet, so here goes. We lived in Siena for a month with day trips to Florence and Pisa. We also spent three days in Rome. It was a whirlwind, but a dream come true … [Read more...]
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