When You’re Reminded of a Bigger Dream
That’s the dream. To point others to the Source of all things good and true. And to show that it’s possible to experience the “abundant life” spoken of in Scripture even while living an ordinary one.
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On birthdays, life expectancy and freedom
Today is my 35th birthday. My husband’s out of town for work so I celebrated by having lunch with a good friend and coworker and then going to dinner with my father-in-law. A big chunk of the conversations that occurred centered on my upcoming departure from my job. I’m leaving 8-5 work altogether in the … [Read more…]
Novice to Expert: An Exercise in Letting Go of Perfectionism
Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand. Zechariah 4:10 Ever want to go from novice to expert instantaneously? I do. In most every aspect of my life, I tend to want to only do something if I can do it with … [Read more…]
Monday Morning Muster
As I start another Monday morning staring down a week that feels less than balanced and mustering the moxie to hit it head-on, I am praying for two things: grace and gratitude.
Depression, Anxiety and Dependence
There’s absolutely no logical reason for me to be depressed. I am no longer sucked completely dry by having forty hours of every week dictated by someone else. I have the gift of not having to work while I try to figure out the next thing. Instead, I am choosing to work part-time as an … [Read more…]
Oh, the Many Interests I Have…
Is anyone else in their mid-thirties wondering what they want to be when they grow up? I often hear people talk about what they used to want to be when they grew up. They talk about what they dreamed of doing or who they dreamed of being. They talk about forgetting about who they dreamed … [Read more…]
Hidden Treasures
A few months ago, I was sitting in a workshop class for photographers. The local PPA guild had invited a successful photographer to talk about how to become a successful photographer. To be honest, he didn’t really share any information I hadn’t heard yet and I left feeling a little discouraged and deflated. But, he … [Read more…]
I Need A Strivers Anonymous Group
Hello everyone. My name is Brandi Jo and I’m addicted to striving. A quick Google search of the term “strive” produces these basic definitions: make great efforts to achieve or obtain something struggle or fight vigorously to devote serious effort or energy to struggle in opposition Many people might see the life I’m living from … [Read more…]
Called to Trust: In the Wake of Suicide
Tuesday, February 3, 2009. I had opened the cafe I was managing at the time that morning and had returned home to take a nap after my shift ended. I had several things I needed to get done that day but I was worn out from the week prior so I decided a short nap … [Read more…]
Grateful Giving
This year, I decided to do something new with my photography business. I’ve had this business for several years now but it’s never been a primary focus of mine. My full-time job always held that spot. But, since leaving the 8-5 world, there is more space for it to be a primary focus. I’ve had … [Read more…]