Thirsty

Thirsty

a ton of water I type the words into a note on my iPhone. A reminder to drink a ton of water. My body has had enough . . of something. What, I’m not sure. But two weeks ago a small itchy spot turned into a full blown body rash. It’s still me against the rash....
Why You Need a Retreat

Why You Need a Retreat

So I’ll just begin by saying . . yes, I host a retreat. And yes, I would love for you to attend. But honestly, that’s not really what this post is about. No, this is about you and why you need a retreat. For the sake of clarity, let me define what I...
Worth the Risk

Worth the Risk

Dreams. They inspire and challenge. But dreams can also have a negative connotation. Consider statements like… “Quit dreaming.” “She’s just a dreamer.” Dreams are often met with cynicism, because they’re risky. They upset the “status quo.” They’re not safe. Join me...
Messy Boys

Messy Boys

“It’s messy.”  My friend nods. “Yes, it’s definitely messy!” We are talking about the trials of walking beside sons emerging into manhood. I heard once that a boy becomes a man over his mother’s dead body, and boy are there days when it really does feel like a...
Sure Things

Sure Things

The mountains outside my morning window . . . are gone. Where they once stood, only thick, cold, grey skies remain. My eyes say it’s so. “I saw it with my own eyes!” Isn’t that the surest thing? It’s my own eyewitness...
Holding On To Christmas

Holding On To Christmas

All our ambition comes to a head at Christmas. In lights, gifts, baking, parties. We go all out for beauty and celebration of all that is best. And you smile. Because you’re a Father. The very best. And when we find ourselves weary worn, sugared out,...

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