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Winter as Sleep

I have grown to dislike winter, if I’m being honest. I try to embrace it. I really do. I attempt to appreciate it, to romanticize it even—but I haven…

Daybook

A quiet catch-up from my corner of the world. Giving Thanks For early mornings when the house is still, for the gift of a quiet hour or two that feels…

Sourdough Starter Masterclass at The Abbey in December - Holiday Edition

If you're looking for a softer, more peaceful way to step into the holiday season, this class might be just the thing. There’s something groundin…

Spiced Ginger Molasses Cookies

If there’s one cookie that disappears faster than I can bake them, it’s these Spiced Ginger Molasses Cookies . They’ve quickly become a family favorit…

The One-Foot-in-Front-of-the-Other Meal Planning Method - A simple guide to planning meals without stress, waste, or perfection

Meal planning can feel like a mountain. We imagine complicated charts, color-coded calendars, and endless new recipes we should try. But really? It o…

Daybook

Giving thanks - for God. For the new things this season is bringing to life. Time spent together with family. A guest room that welcomes visitors to…

A Blessing for the Continuing Journey

As you continue walking in sacred stewardship—of your time, your body, your finances, your home, and your relationships—may your days be anchored in …

Sacred Rhythms: Tending the Gift of Time

“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 (NIV) If there’s one thing that slips through our fingers faster than we…

How to Tame the Tang

Gentle Ways to Reduce Sourness in Your Sourdough If you love the texture and process of sourdough but could do without that sharp tang, you're not…

Loving the People Around You—Faithfully and Simply Stewarding Friendships and Community: Pouring Out with Purpose

“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.” — Hebrews 10:24 (NLT) It’s easy to think of friendship as something we “…

Stewarding Marriage and Family: Showing Up With Love

“Let love be your highest goal.” 1 Corinthians 14:1a (NLT) Marriage and family are some of the greatest gifts we’ll ever receive—and also some of the g…

Daybook

Giving Thanks -  When we ask something of God, He often responds with opportunities to grow into what we seek. A new day—every 24 hours—is a gift. So …

Money and Trust: Financial Stewardship with Peace

“Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce.” — Proverbs 3:9 (NLT) Money. It’s such a loaded word, isn’t it? It ca…

Living Prepared: A Gentle Guide for Women with Chronic Pain or Health Challenges

A Note from Me to You While I don’t personally live with chronic pain or health challenges, I have precious women in my life who do. I’ve watched them…

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