Welcome fearlessly
The events of the past few weeks have been dizzying. That’s on purpose. The “flood the zone” style of governance on display is meant to confuse and disorient both the public and the media. If [...]
What is Advent, anyway? (A guide for the Advent-curious)
Every year, the weeks leading up to Christmas Day can pass by us in a blur. We want Christmas to be meaningful and somehow special, but here is the thing: we spend a lot of [...]
What if hospitality can heal us?
The day after Thanksgiving, many people go shopping. I purposely fast from consumerism, needing to rest after two days of non-stop cooking and preparing (and eating) a large meal. I do, however, drag out and [...]
Black Friday SALE! Grab The Gift of Christmas Present Advent devotional today.
Advent starts this Sunday, and just in time, my Advent devotional, The Gift of Christmas Present, is 25 percent off. This sweet little daily devotional for December is just $5.99 for the paperback (or the [...]
Road trips, mentors, and solitude
"If we don't come apart for a while, we will come apart after awhile." -Dallas Willard Today's Welcoming and Wandering newsletter explores the power of long-term friendships, solitude, and the magic of taking a [...]
Two easy ways to welcome others
Today's Welcoming and Wandering Substack is out. We're talking about how to welcome others without having anyone over: bringing meals, being kind online. And we've got a fall recipe because why not? Read it here. [...]
Live Like a Guide Dog freebies!
Hello friends! As you know, my newest book, Live Like a Guide Dog, is out in the world, published by Tyndale House Publishers this week. To celebrate the launch, I’ve got some freebies and an invitation [...]
Live Like a Guide Dog available now!
Hello friends! It’s launch day for my newest book, Live Like a Guide Dog! Live Like a Guide Dog: true stories from a blind man and his dogs about being brave, overcoming adversity, and moving [...]
You’re invited! Live Like a Guide Dog Launch Party
My newest book, Live Like a Guide Dog, coauthored with bestselling author Michael Hingson, releases from Tyndale House Publishers next month. We’re celebrating with an online launch party and you are invited! You'll meet (virtually) [...]
The Power of Writing Prompts
You’ve been sitting at your desk all day and now you’re feeling a little stiff. You might be tempted to pour yourself a beverage and hit the couch, but a better strategy? A quick walk [...]