"There are two great days in a person's life - the day we are born, and the day we discover why."  - William Barclay  

Pass me some change

Some people like me are rather change averse. There’s a part of us internally that actually makes a loud screech when change appears to be on the horizon. Even if it’s a good one! That’s the part that makes it weird. Then I’ve met other human beings for whom change itself is a source of…Read more Pass me some change

Raising a toddler, pt. 1

So I’m very new in this journey, y’all. But I tell you, dealing with the changes that take place in the moods of a 13-month-old can be challenging. And that’s probably the nicest way that can be put.   I have always had a pretty easygoing kiddo who smiles all the time, is very playful…Read more Raising a toddler, pt. 1

Same old, same old?

It’s just about that time when everyone is still hyped and committed to their new year’s resolutions. I am one of those everyones. But there are times when a nagging thought comes to me: when will the excitement wane? Just when in the calendar is that tipping point during which discipline gives way to laziness…Read more Same old, same old?

The Christmas introvert

I’m writing as I mentally prepare for yet another Christmas party that I’m off to tonight. But first, I feel as though you’ll benefit from some context here. Christmas happens to be my most favorite time of the year, and…I’m a friendly introvert. Why are those two bits of info relevant? I don’t know. I…Read more The Christmas introvert

When frustration sets in

This is for those of you out there who get it. When nothing in life makes sense. When you’ve hit so many brick walls that you wonder if there’s life beyond those walls. If there is an “outside the wall” reality. When you’ve cried out to God so much for help that you feel like…Read more When frustration sets in

The (2016) American Revolution

No, not that one. I’m talking about the most recent one, the one that we’re all currently living through. Donald J. Trump was just elected president by an amazing majority that have now been dubbed “the silent majority”. Since that moment that stunned everyone, from the layman to the pundits, the reaction has been extraordinary.…Read more The (2016) American Revolution

When Jesus takes the wheel

It’s like this. We have our own plans for our lives and for some of us, things seem to go according to plan. For others, it seems like God not only has other plans, but is happy to interfere and shift things around to reflect His. Up for discussion today are the life and times…Read more When Jesus takes the wheel

12 years a…

Friends, this blog post is born out of a recent revelation of mine, which in turn was born out of a conversation had with friends. Hubby and I recently had a couple of friends over for dinner. With them, we are always guaranteed rich and deep conversations, so we were definitely looking forward to it.…Read more 12 years a…

Introducing…blogbacks (BBs)!

So, I'm letting you know up front that this isn't the first blog I've ever had. I know. You're blown over from the shock. I can only imagine. When I moved to Nigeria some years ago, it was such a culture change to me that it appeared the best way to deal with the change, with…Read more Introducing…blogbacks (BBs)!