I've always wondered what this phrase really means. What does it actually look like to suffer in silence? It seems to be that there are several definitions if you stop to think about. Perhaps it refers to the undertaking of bearing great pain or injury inflicted by another, never to speak of it ...
Embracing My Inner Ballerina
I must admit this challenge has been a lot easier than I expected. I love the pieces I selected and it's really forced me to "shop" my closet. I do find myself wishing I could wear certain pieces I didn't include, but that's the point, right? To want what I have in my closet. I'm taking mental note ...
Fears, Family, and Living in the Moment
If you've been here before, you've heard me mention that I've been reading (and finished!) A Year of Biblical Womanhood by Rachel Held Evans (who is simply one of my favorites these days) and there have been so many chapters that have resonated with me. Well, one chapter in particular, (and this ...
Stripes, Solids, and My Style
As with any project, you learn a great deal a long the way in addition to the grand revelations that come upon completing the task. Already I have learned which stores I frequent most and which stores have items that fit me well. These are also the stores that produce good quality clothing - ...
His Grace is Sufficient |Russia
During the summer after I graduated from undergrad, I spent my time in Latvia and Russia spreading the gospel, loving others, and learning to truly serve others in daily life as opposed to the typical mission field we think of with construction and VBS. If you missed the first part of this journey ...
Happiness is Contagious
Over the past few months I have been really striving to understand happiness. One such resource has been the book The Happiness Project. I've been reading it on and off in addition to other random books on my shelf. Along with this, I get an email every morning with a quote or short story regarding ...