Family Matters
Being a part of a family is an incredible privilege but it also carries the weight of responsibility. Family relationships can bring about joy, pain, growth and grace. Follow my journey as I share insights I have gained along the way.
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Five Reasons to Get Outdoors in Celebration of Earth Day!
The beauty of Northern Michigan provides many opportunities to get outdoors. Because we live in such a beautiful area surrounded by lakes and open land, we have much at our disposal for outdoor enjoyment. We have an advantage over those living in big cities with crowded spaces full of pollutants. We should not take this for granted but instead, experience the benefits of nature by exploring outdoor activities. Fresh Air Getting fresh air into your lungs has its benefits. Find a calming spot outdoors and take some deep breaths. Whether it’s the crisp early morning air or a late afternoon breeze, taking time to breathe deeply can be a useful…
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Broken Things
Because we live in a fallen world we have all experienced broken places in our lives. Brokenness can come to you as a season, or a single experience that changes everything. Maybe it’s a relationship that feels like it can never be repaired or a dream that was suddenly dashed to the ground in a thousand pieces. Whatever the area of brokenness, we all feel the pain it brings. Sometimes because of our own broken places we break things around us. We cause pain because we have been wounded and not yet fully healed. Grasping at those around us we ask them to heal the open festering wound that causes…