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Faith in the Unplanned Seasons…His Perfect Design

For our first wedding anniversary (nearly 9 years ago), Derek signed us up for a salsa lessons. (Romantic, huh?!) Well, it didn’t take that dance instructor long to get my number. Within the first ten minutes of the first class, she said, “You have got to let him lead!” I’m not sure I ever perfected surrendering control on the dance floor (Derek – maybe we need more dancing lessons so I can keep practicing), but six years later, I got an even bigger schooling in surrender when AE was born. Like most first-time…Read more
If All Your Friends Jumped Off a Bridge…

If All Your Friends Jumped Off a Bridge…

If you’re just joining us, this post is part of a series called “Why I Love Young House Love.” And yes, I am asserting that two of my favorite bloggers are changing the world, one DIY project at a time. In many ways, I am a follower. If I hear "everyone" raving about a particular television show, I tune in to see what all the fuss is about. If one of my friends tells me about a delicious recipe they recently tried, I head to the store for ingredients. And, when one of…Read more
A Fresh Perspective

A Fresh Perspective

When I’m consumed with discontent, when I’m believing the lie that I don’t have a choice, when the voice of impulse is drowning out my intuition, I know it’s time for a fresh perspective.  Instead of pleading for a change in my circumstances, I need a new lens through which to view them. Inversions, like Salamba Sarvangasana (supported shoulder stand), offer that new lens. The world around me stays the same, but my perspective on it shifts. This is an intermediate, even advanced pose. It is best learned in the company of an…Read more
Breakfast of Champions…My Smoothie Recipe

Breakfast of Champions…My Smoothie Recipe

A while ago I mentioned in passing that AE and I like to start our days with a fruit and yogurt smoothie. Well, I still get a few emails a month asking me for the recipe. So, I thought I’d share it here. While we eat this for breakfast, I have one friend who shares a smoothie with her son each afternoon. Any time of day, this is a big hit. And I promise your kids, or green-leery grown-ups, won’t even detect their presence. The Cast of Characters (for two servings) ½ cup…Read more
{this moment}

{this moment}

{this moment} - A Friday ritual, inspired by Soule Mama. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find and see.Read more