Last night we closed out 2019 in the heart of our DFW metroplex, proclaiming the name of Jesus. Young adults from all of our campuses and surrounding cities came ready to party! It felt like a big family reunion and … Continue reading →

I sat on that bench for close to an hour watching the river waters pass by. I began to toss in all my cares to be carried with it. When I took an in inventory of my heart I realized … Continue reading →

When I was little we had a horse on the one acre backyard of our house. The memories I have of that time in life are ideal. A beautiful, big house my parents built by hand. A short street of … Continue reading →

Over the last few months I’ve found myself saying repeatedly, “It’s all gonna work out!” And with that I throw my hands in the air and throw on a quirky smile. How? I’m not sure, but it continues to all … Continue reading →

Into the woods – the mere thought makes my heart happy-to be surrounded by it all. This morning I’m reflecting on a beautiful year of adventures near and far – into woods and mountains and beyond. But not just the … Continue reading →

This year’s trip was extra special. My little people getting bigger. Visited a real-life pioneer-women-type of Ranch with all the animals. And it snowed!

Snow for a day has made this vacation even sweeter! It felt like Christmas waking up to a blanket of white, not to mention spending quality time with some of my most favorite people. I’ve retreated to the mountains of … Continue reading →

If you look closely you’ll see a little lighthouse. Not doing anything flashy just standing steady. But when the dark of night descends and fog and storms roll in, that same lighthouse will shine her steady light – bright for … Continue reading →

I know there’s more to this. I know there’s more in me.  I know there’s more to You. Come pour it out, We’re crying out. – – – – I’ve found that words are typically needing a space to be … Continue reading →

Monday marked 3 years with @gwyoungadults and 7 1/2 years with @gatewaypeople! What a ride it’s been! I’ve learned so much here and continue to work with some of the best people around! Shoutout to @brettryanh for encouraging me to … Continue reading →

A couple of dear friends and I make a short weekend trip to Nashville, 10-hr road trip and all!  We drank up all the good coffee and food and got to explore a little of the city!