In dealing with my many issues and numerous imperfections, my therapist introduced me to the idea of Wabi Sabi. Based on Buddhist teachings, at its very simplest, Wabi Sabi represents the aesthetic theory that everything is perfect not despite ...
How Seeking Perfection Harms You … and your children
Perfection. Many of us strive for this in the things we pursue. But have you ever stopped to think that the relentless pursuit of perfection could actually hurt you … or your children? We are raised to do the best we can in everything we do – ...
Embracing imperfection as a gift
I tried being a perfect mom with a perfect family. It was dreadful. I was insufferable. I made lots of mistakes. Trying to be perfect nearly killed me. I am learning to embrace my imperfections, forgive myself for my mistakes, and make peace ...
Journal Bible
How many Bibles do you own? If you're like me, probably more than one. Maybe 3 or 4 or more? Of course we all need a study Bible, and a life application Bible and a portable Bible to carry in our purse. At some point in my study of the Word, ...
Living between the heartbeats
I don't think about my heart very much. I just expect it will keep pumping and functioning and it rarely crosses my mind. Until about 15 years ago. With younger kids, we decided to get heart scans to see where we stood with our health. Not ...