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  • The Dry Place That’s Still Growing Me

    The Dry Place That’s Still Growing Me

    I’ve found that the place between letting go of what was and surrendering into what’s next can feel lonely and a little nomadic. In that in‑between space, you’re not where you were, but you’re not quite where you’re going either. And even when you try to talk about it, most people don’t understand — and…

  • Before I Say a Word

    Before I Say a Word

    Before I say a word, my presence speaks first. The alignment, the quiet, the willingness — it all shows up before the language does. This is the story of what enters the room before my voice ever joins in.

  • Somewhere Between Peace and “What Is This?”

    Somewhere Between Peace and “What Is This?”

    Oh my goooooooooooooooooooood. Ever since I said I was going to go with this surrender thing, it’s been one thing after another. I’m mature enough to know that despite my discomfort right now, I’m still going in the right direction — but still Joi enough to know that this is some bullshit. The only good…

  • The Strength of a Made‑Up Mind

    The Strength of a Made‑Up Mind

    There’s nothing more powerful than a made‑up mind.  Because once your mind is made up, everything else begins to shift. The things that once felt comfortable start to fall away, not out of punishment, but because they can’t go where you’re growing. It’s a lot like a tree moving through the seasons. Autumn comes first…

  • What I Had In Mind

    What I Had In Mind

    It’s the moment your plans fall apart in your hands. It’s the heaviness, the release, and the quiet willingness to start again. It’s the humbling part of surrender — letting go of what you had in mind so you can receive what’s aligned. The Heaviness The moment you realize you have to live in uncertainty…

  • Whew, This Part Right Here

    Whew, This Part Right Here

    Imagine riding a ten‑speed with no access to the pedals or handlebars. You’re going up hills, down hills, hitting curves and traffic, yet somehow you’re balanced and still moving forward. That’s what all that quietness and uncertainty felt like for me. The struggle to do nothing and stay consistent with how God and I started…