My favorite VeggieTales movie is Esther: The Girl Who Became Queen. It starts with a quote that I think of often: “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some … Continue reading #52sparks: The Letter C
#52sparks: Yellow
There’s a story behind the mug sitting on my desk at work. It was a gift from someone that I rarely see. And it was an awkward time when we … Continue reading #52sparks: Yellow
#52sparks: My Funny Valentine
I started working on this one before Valentine’s Day, but then some big life stuff happened. So, here we are… I have watched a lot of Disney movies. I knew all … Continue reading #52sparks: My Funny Valentine
Snuggle
Every couple of months I get to dog-sit this grown up puppy and every time he is the same sweet ball of hypoallergenic fur. When I walk in the door, … Continue reading Snuggle
#52sparks: Rule of Thirds
Each day is 24 hours. Approximately 8 hours for sleeping, 8 hours for working, and 8 hours for othering, like meals, commutes, chores, etc. Some days those 24 hours are … Continue reading #52sparks: Rule of Thirds
Something Beautiful
During a walk around campus last week, I noticed an orange cone in the middle of the sidewalk, warning passersby about a hole that was needed repair. The orange cone … Continue reading Something Beautiful
#52sparks: Hobby
How long is this marathon? What about your knees? What do you listen to for all that time? Do you ever win? How do you not get bored? Why? These … Continue reading #52sparks: Hobby
Strong Heart
Life’s tough. Get a helmet. – Boy Meets World When I worked with adult students, there were a lot of comments about just wanting “the piece of paper.” These students … Continue reading Strong Heart
#52sparks: Your Favorite
1. your favorite way to spend a Sunday – church, chores, nap, run 2. your favorite outfit – hooded sweatshirt, jeans, and Tevas 3. your favorite cookie – chocolate chip … Continue reading #52sparks: Your Favorite
Finding North
On the last day of 2019, I went for a run on Powell Butte, right as the clouds started pouring down. I’ve run up there before, but always with someone … Continue reading Finding North
Starting Line Miracles 