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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Gift Guide for Writers (and Readers)
Last minute gift guide for readers! If you’re wondering what to get friends and family for Christmas—the answer is always books! Everyone needs more books in their life! As writers, we should read great books [...]
Feeling like a hot mess? Help is on the way!
Ever feel like your life is busy, hurried, stressed? Like you're a bit of a hot mess? Good news: you're not alone, and there's real help available right now. I'm honored to be one of [...]
Want to slow down and savor the season?
The holiday season is here--I'm bombarded by Black Friday ads on TV and my phone. I'm hosting for Thanksgiving, and realizing December is next week, and also suddenly aware of the fact that I have [...]