I slowly edge my mind out of deep slumber. The clouds roll away as the smell of coffee penetrates the fog. I open my eyes to a smile that grows stronger as my own begins. The aroma of that promising brew causes my eyes to shift to the hand that holds the sweet cup. “Good…
We are smack dab in “the most wonderful time of year”—the holiday trio of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s. There are parties to attend, gifts to exchange, and meals to be shared with family and friends, near and far. But, for many single adults, the holiday season comes with a mixed bag of emotions—genuine happiness…
My husband, Jeremiah, and I always had a desire for our marriage to make a difference in the lives of others. We knew that God brought us together for a greater purpose beyond “us.” Early in our marriage we had the opportunity to serve in an apartment ministry together. Our responsibilities were to facilitate community…
Waking up from my turkey-induced coma on Black Friday, something that I wasn’t expecting crept into my soul. Loneliness. I haven’t felt that sort of longing since I was single. Not that I’ve been married long—not even a Kim Kardashian yet. But I remember how much I used to complain around the holidays because I have…
Our society has this strange tendency to lure us into planning and pulling off the perfect “fairytale” wedding. Just about any girl you ask, including me, has at some point dreamed about her picture-perfect wedding, husband, honeymoon and home—with a list of expectations for each. A friend who recently married had a rule throughout her…
