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Rising
Until I started this journey with God I didn’t really see the good in the things that I’d survived. I went through things (i.e. heartbreak, childhood drama, betrayal, etc.) that affected me for a while. Made decisions that had a direct effect on my life and the choices I made. I put up major walls,…
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Surrender Made Faith Present
What a journey. Closer to the beginning of this theme I vented about how it seemed like since I said yes to surrendering life has given me it’s best. One conflict after another stemming from everywhere possible, home, work, even within myself. But going through all of this has taught me how to surrender everything…
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Push Anyway
As soon as you make a move to add serious value to your being, life comes through like a van with no windows and Free Hugs painted on the side. Creepy and chaotic. The internal arguments that you can’t even discuss will have you knowing everything will be okay and on the verge of a…
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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…
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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.
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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…