Feeling less than

Feeling less than

When you feel less than Acutely aware of the nakedness under my robe, I snugged the collar against my neck. The halls of the hotel were filled with tailored suits and designer dresses while me and my friends modeled white terry-cloth and nothing else. Well, nothing...

About to quit

I wish there was big life directory. You know, like the ones at the mall marked with a red dot that says, “You are here.” Feeling lost and looking for direction, I was about to quit. Usually task-oriented and goal driven, I’ve gotten lazy. Maybe...
How to support your friend with cancer

How to support your friend with cancer

For everyone whose lives have been touched by cancer, please welcome Marissa Henley. After interviewing her about her new book on the Heart of the Author Podcast, I asked her to write a guest post. Listen HERE. How to Support Your Friend with Cancer by Marissa Henley...
This is for the sinners

This is for the sinners

Something was wrong. With all the strength I could muster in my index finger, I pressed the button again. Nothing. Expecting to the jets to fill my tub with bubbles, I got nothing. That was my first clue something was wrong, but that’s because I ignored the...
Things you need to tell yourself

Things you need to tell yourself

THINGS YOU NEED TO TELL YOURSELF Getting into the California vibe we scanned the “plant-based menu in hip, cool digs.” The waitress slid up to our table and soothed us with her voice. She suggested we order in the double affirmative. Say what? My sister chose granola...
What if it rains on your wedding day?

What if it rains on your wedding day?

WHAT IF…it rains on your wedding day? Celebrate! With the wedding 14 days away, I opened the weather app to see a cartoon cloud emanating a lightning bolt and dripping disappointment. The chance of rain was 80%. What if it rains on your wedding day? Then use...