Marketing consultant, author and truth-seeker
A recent sporting event reminded me why comparing our seasons of waiting against others can often rob us of compassion and connection, and ultimately can rob us of Living in the Wait. Lessons from a National Championship Football Game I recently went to the FCS National Championship Football Game where my favorite team, the South…
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I’m in awe, friends. Absolute awe of what can happen: ♥️When you’re obedient to God’s prompting. ♥️When you’re willing to take a risk. ♥️When you’re willing to share your story. ♥️When you’re willing to be vulnerable. ♥️When you’re willing to be brave. While I knew I was about to embark on something bigger than myself…
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I’ve always enjoyed words and the power they have to describe our feelings, their ability to encourage others, and change lives. In 2018, I started a tradition of closing out the year by sharing three words to describe it and found it fitting to continue! My favorite part about this tradition is reflecting back on the…
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I was picking up sticks in my yard. It was a typical, late Fall day, which meant winter was just around the corner. It was a cold afternoon; the wind was blowing and the leaves were falling. The weather was an accurate picture of how I felt inside. My husband and I were outside doing…
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An adventure with my wedding ring reminded me about waiting and the reasons we talk ourselves out of the new God has waiting for us, if only we’re willing to let go of the old. The Jeweler I was due to have my wedding rings re-dipped and cleaned. Jewelers recommend doing this every 6 month…
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I’ve always enjoyed words and the power they have to describe our feelings, their ability to encourage others, and change lives. In 2018, I started a tradition of closing out the year by sharing three words to describe it and found it fitting to continue! You don’t need me to remind you that 2021 was a…
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I used to work for an alumni association and had the fun opportunity to network with people from all over the country. I’ve connected with many people during my alumni association days, but one gentleman, who I named Grandpa Carl, came to mind last week. Bloom Where You’re Planted I was out walking and saw…
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I’m not one to typically pick a word for the year, but God picked one for me so I’m trusting Him and rolling with it. I was reading the Gospels in January and came upon Luke 11:8, “I tell you, even though he will not get up and give you the bread because of friendship,…
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On January 30, 2021, people from four countries and 13 states attended the first Living Through Infertility Summit. A year earlier, this event had been a mustard seed of an idea in my heart. One of those things, I kept telling myself I’d get around to doing when I had more time or confidence, whichever…
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My “come to Jesus” moment happened Fall 2017 while picking up sticks in our yard. It was 2.5 years into our infertility journey and I was exhausted by it all. It was here, my heart softened and God gave me the idea to start Living in the Wait. ♥️From the moment He planted that…
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