Do you spend so much time planning a vacation that you forget to enjoy it? After preparing for a 10-day trip to England, I was reminded that the most important part of any vacation isn’t what you do—it’s who you choose to be while you’re doing it. By focusing on being present, setting boundaries around work, and prioritizing meaningful moments over packed schedules, I discovered a more enjoyable and memorable way to travel.

A travel day gone wrong becomes a real-time lesson in creative problem solving. From missed expectations and mounting frustration to a cancelled flight, the author shifts perspective, explores alternatives, and asks for help—ultimately turning inconvenience into unexpected opportunity. Through small mindset shifts and practical choices, she shows how creativity isn’t just about big ideas, but about staying flexible, resourceful, and open to what’s possible in the moment.

Creativity isn’t just something we do—it’s a way of living. By reframing problems as questions, we open space for curiosity, possibility, and movement, even in overwhelming seasons. Instead of staying stuck in survival mode, small shifts in perspective can help us engage life more intentionally, rediscover choice, and reconnect with hope. Sometimes, it’s not a big change we need—just a better question to move forward.

What if creativity is about more than art, talent, or clever ideas? In this reflective post, I explore creativity as something deeply human and deeply spiritual—rooted in being made in the image of a Creator. Through stories, Scripture, and everyday life, I wonder what it means to participate with God in bringing more life into the world.

When life becomes efficient, responsible, and full, it can also start to feel flat. In this post, I explore how creative play isn’t extra—it’s essential. It reconnects us to the parts of ourselves that bring joy, energy, and meaning. Because sometimes, the issue isn’t knowing what to do next—it’s remembering how to feel fully alive in the life we already have.

Overthinking can keep us stuck, waiting for certainty before we begin. But what if the next step didn’t need to be final—just an experiment? Real-life creativity isn’t about perfection; it’s about trying something small, learning from it, and adjusting as you go. Instead of pressure to get it right, you gain clarity through action—one imperfect step at a time.

Clarity doesn’t always come before action—it often emerges through better questions. When life feels uncertain or stuck, creativity becomes a practical tool, helping us uncover what really matters and what’s actually in the way. Instead of forcing answers, we can ask deeper questions like “Why does this matter?” and “What’s stopping me?” Often, we’re trying to solve the wrong problem. The goal isn’t perfect clarity—it’s finding a wise next step.

Feeling stuck isn’t always about having no options—it’s often about not seeing them. In this post, the author explores how “stuck” can feel like mental overload rather than inaction, and how old beliefs or identities can quietly limit what we consider possible. A simple shift in thinking—like giving yourself permission to change your mind—can open new paths. Through practical creativity, such as asking better questions or mapping out your thoughts, you can move from pressure to possibility and begin to see fresh ways forward, even before you feel fully clear.

When life feels heavy or off, our instinct is often to push harder—to do more, fix more, prove more. But what if effort isn’t the answer? Creativity isn’t just about artistry; it’s about perspective. It helps us reframe challenges, see new possibilities, and respond in ways that feel aligned and life-giving. Instead of trying harder, maybe it’s time to see differently.

I thought the story had ended when the box arrived broken. Every piece was cracked, and nothing looked salvageable. But what if brokenness is not the end of the story? In this Easter reflection, I explore how wholeness doesn’t mean erasing the cracks — it means letting God hold the pieces in something stronger and make room for new life.

When life shatters in ways we never chose, we often find ourselves sitting among the broken pieces—unsure what to do, longing for healing that doesn’t come quickly. Yet even here, we are not alone. Jesus doesn’t rush to fix or explain our pain; He simply sits beside us, feeling it with us. Over time, as we lift our eyes from the shards, we begin to see that healing isn’t about putting things back together—but about learning how the pieces can be held, and maybe even made new, in love that has known suffering itself.

In this week’s reflection from From Brokenness to Wholeness, I’ve been sitting with the quiet ache of comparison—the subtle kind that doesn’t envy but still asks, Am I enough? From eighth grade friendships to ministry and business, the shape of that question hasn’t changed, only its details. I’m beginning to see how comparison makes me disappear—trading pieces of myself for someone else’s reflection. But maybe the invitation isn’t to be more like her… but to remember where I belong. Not missing. Not less. Just not yet placed.

Sometimes our cracks aren’t loud or obvious — they whisper, I should have done better. At chorus rehearsal, my mind blanked mid-song, and embarrassment hit harder than it should have. It wasn’t about forgotten lyrics; it was about perfectionism — that quiet belief our worth depends on flawless performance. But the truth is, belonging isn’t earned. It’s given. Maybe wholeness begins right there — when we stop letting imperfection disqualify us and start trusting we’re already enough.

Lent invites us to slow down—to look gently at what feels broken. When a long‑awaited box of Polish pottery arrived shattered, I wanted to throw it away and move on. But the fragments lingered, asking to be seen. In this season, maybe the first step toward healing isn’t fixing or forgetting what’s been broken—but having the courage to open the box, acknowledge the pieces, and trust that wholeness begins with honesty.

Midlife often brings a quiet shift—a sense that what once drove us no longer defines us. For many women, purpose doesn’t disappear; it simply changes its voice. What can feel like loss or uncertainty may actually be an invitation to listen differently, to find meaning not through striving but through clarity, rest, and renewed capacity.

Midlife often brings a quiet shift—a sense that what once drove us no longer defines us. For many women, purpose doesn’t disappear; it simply changes its voice. What can feel like loss or uncertainty may actually be an invitation to listen differently, to find meaning not through striving but through clarity, rest, and renewed capacity.

Midlife—and especially menopause—doesn’t just bring physical symptoms; it transforms who we are. As our identities, values, and needs evolve, our relationships shift too. We may speak up more, need different rhythms in marriage or friendship, or change how we connect with faith and work. These aren’t signs of crisis, but of transition—a natural reordering of our inner and outer lives. Midlife invites us to listen, pause, and allow our relationships to grow alongside the person we’re becoming.

Lately, I’ve felt unsettled and anxious despite a 'fine' life. Is it menopause, or just me? Dr. Sharon Deacon, a marriage and family therapist, names this midlife fog: kids leaving, parents aging, hormones shifting. You’re not crazy—you’re in transition. It’s okay to pause, notice the heaviness, and ditch the superhero cape. This season invites compassion, not fixing. Read her reflection and reclaim your turning point.

Turning fifty reshaped my relationship with movement. The workouts that once worked now leave me sore, frustrated, and questioning whether decline is inevitable—or if my body is simply asking for something different. With guidance from personal trainer Carrie Jacobson, I’m learning that midlife strength isn’t about pushing harder; it’s about building the body that will carry me forward. Maybe movement at this stage isn’t about performance at all, but partnership—a way of supporting the life I still want to live.

Struggling with menopause weight gain and symptoms? Nutrition coach Beth Russ shares how steady blood sugar regulation eases hot flashes, brain fog, mood swings, and sleep issues by supporting overburdened adrenals. Simple shifts like eating veggies first, pairing carbs with protein and fats, and prepping snacks create stability over spikes and crashes. Small, sustainable changes beat overhauls—start with one tip for lasting nourishment in this changing season.