Have you ever played the game Simon Says? When I served in youth ministry, I would go to Winter Conference with the youth group every year. And every year we would play this game called “Clayton Says”. It was a more intense version of Simon Says led by the conference leader, Clayton King. And let […]
Walking With Purpose
For 21 years I have been a music teacher. I have prided myself on being a student advocate. I have made it my mission to love each student (even the difficult ones that make me inwardly roll my eyes occasionally). I have been sure to be an open proponent of arts education as well as […]
Unsubscribed
So, today I did something that was more difficult than I thought. Today, I unsubscribed to a youtube channel. Now listen, I know, I know, that doesn’t seem like a big deal and in the grand scheme of things it really isn’t but please at least hear me out. I have been subscribed to this […]
Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?
The classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale “The Real Princess” is better known as “The Princess and the” what? Fill in the blank: 1/10 is to ten percent as 1/4 is to what percent? How many teaspoons are in five tablespoons? If a car is traveling at 40 MPH, how long will it take to […]
I Wonder When We Stopped Seeing It?
A little 3-year-old girl came to my house the other day. It had been a while since I had spent much time with a 3-year-old. I had forgotten how many questions they ask. She began by asking where my little girl was. I told her my “little” 13-year-old was still in bed. She wanted to […]
When You Can’t Reach Your Child
The news is screaming that I need to prepare for death and the end of the world as illness falls upon America. There are political leaders pointing fingers at who is to blame and giving their opinions about what needs to be done (while filling bills with unrelated items that make we average, everyday, middle-class people […]
I Am Who God Says I Am
One of my favorite worship songs is “Who You Say I Am” by Hillsong. One of the lines says, “I am who You say I am.” It’s true. We are who God says we are. Do you believe that? Many times, we allow the way we see ourselves to get clouded by the opinions of […]
Waiting…
I don’t know about you but in my opinion, waiting for anything is frustrating. Whether we’re waiting for a test result or a doctor’s appointment, a holiday or special event, an exciting trip or vacation. Even if the event we’re waiting for is a good thing, it’s hard to think of an instance where waiting […]
Before I Go
Hello friends, Over the past couple of months, I have meditated on listening to our Father and building up my faith. As fruitful and rewarding as it can be, it can be quite daunting at times as well. Through my church family, I have learned the value of service, the importance of worship, […]
Fresh Year, Fresh Start
I have never been one to make New Year’s resolutions. I have always tried to avoid making promises I can’t keep! Hahaha! I have, however, always enjoyed the beginning of each new year. I am a nostalgic soul that loves to look back on the memories of the past year, listen to the top music […]