journey partners

“The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It’s our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows.” ― Brene Brown Lent has been a time of deep exploration and healing. There has been freedom in places that have felt like they have been in captivity for years. There has also […]

practicing for the painful days

As our seasons continue to change, autumn slowly begins to welcome winter and our days get darker, my soul is reminded once again how much growth happens in the dark. Most of us know that dark times eventually bring growth, hope, and gratitude. Usually, these lessons come when the light begins to shine on our […]

autumn begins

“Darkness deserves gratitude. It is the alleluia point at which we learn to understand that all growth does not take place in the sunlight.” ― Joan Chittister This Saturday is the Autumn Equinox, when the sun will move from the Northern hemisphere to the Southern and our days here in the Northern Hemisphere will begin […]

traveling in the dark

A dear friend shared this beautiful poem by Jan Richardson. I feel like I am surrounded by friends that are traveling in the dark. It is a season of life none of us escape. May it bless you as it blessed me. A Blessing for Traveling in the Dark Go slow if you can. Slower. […]

reflecting light

I was recently given the opportunity to hear Ann Voskamp speak. Her speaking voice is just as powerful and poetic as her writing voice. She said many things that moved me that night, but one sentence really stood out to me. You can’t force out the darkness — you can only reflect the Light — so more […]