Back in January, my husband and I took a trip to San Francisco to celebrate our 4th wedding anniversary. At the time, we didn’t know a global pandemic would follow just a few months later and this would be our last time enjoying the City by the Bay with such freedom. We are runners so our favorite way to explore is by checking out local trails. ... [Keep Reading...]
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We are free: Navigating grief and flourishing anew
I was honored to be interviewed by Becky Morquecho on the We Are Free podcast. On her podcast, Becky shares stories of surrender and encouraging, real life proof of how God sets us free when we let go.If you’re craving freedom from trying to have it together, disappointments, fears or anxiety, painful life circumstances you never thought would ... [Keep Reading...]
When my roses are preaching about healing from trauma
I’m not very good at keeping plants alive. I forget to water them. I leave them in the sun, and sometimes they become parched. I even have a penchant for killing succulents. That said, I love flowers. Watching them grow and bloom makes my heart swell. In this time of COVID-19 and sheltering at home for months, I’ve been longing to see more ... [Keep Reading...]
Chats with Chelsi: Talking about widowhood and motherhood
I had the privilege of chatting with Chelsi Bennett this week on her podcast and YouTube program, "Chats with Chelsi." She invited me to share my story as a widow, a mama of 3 girls, an avid runner, and now a wife to Shawn. Chelsi asked me some deep questions. I loved how she pushed me to think about God's faithfulness in my story! ... [Keep Reading...]
Walk, Run, Soar: Finding my second wind
After my husband Ericlee died from cancer in 2014, I wasn’t sure if I could ever run again. He was my coach, my running partner, and my biggest cheerleader for almost a dozen years. He trained me for my first half marathon and first marathon. He logged hundreds of miles pushing our daughters in the jogging stroller and pushing me to personal ... [Keep Reading...]
What Esther teaches us about standing up to racism
This past week a memorial service was held for George Floyd, a 46-year-old image bearer of God, who died after a police officer put a knee to his neck for almost nine minutes while he was handcuffed face down. Friends and neighbors affirmed that “Big Floyd” was a man of God with a heart of mercy for the most vulnerable. Floyd’s death has quickly ... [Keep Reading...]
