last night my husband Stephen asked me “what’s the hardest thing you are doing right now”. and while there are multiple things that come up on that list, it’s THIS DISCIPLINE that came to mind first. It’s been over a full week since I wrote these words, and starting LIVING THEM in my life. It’s actually 6:04am as I type… Read More
oh friends. I wish I could have taken you along with me these past few weeks – to the mountains of Colorado, and the streets of Salt Lake City. The Lord truly spoke to me both on the trail, and in the convention center – He spoke to me about my becoming, and my belonging. A deep desire of my heart… Read More
it’s almost the new year! and if you are anything like me, you loooooove this time to sit cozy by the tree / fire, stay in your “comfies” all day and in between breaking up kid fights and changing the laundry, DREAM. I love to dream. I think it’s an art that so many of us have lost. I’ve made it a… Read More
It’s Presidents Day, which means my sweet Camp didn’t go to school today! The beauty and sunshine beckoned us outdoors, and our day started out with a play date at the park. Play dates at the park used to be a usual happening in the Elder family in our west Texas days, but since we moved to Bryan (and Camp… Read More
I want to live a truly good story. and not for the reasons I might think. Upon further inspection, I realize I want to live a good story for me. for my family, for my children, for my transformation, for my character. not for others, or for acclimation, or fame. God is the master storyteller and he handpicked this specific… Read More
friends, thank you for your grace. and your patience we me. I’ve so missed this space. and you. I really would love to know who all is out there reading? what stage of life are you in? what season? what is your biggest obstacle? what’s your greatest dream? what do you come to this space to find? // encouragement?… Read More