Writing What Matters
Sitting down to write this blog, I have so many ideas in my mind. What ought I write about today? I could recap the week’s events, my time visiting friends in South Carolina and preaching at Bloom Conference. The theme was based on Esther 4:14, “…for such a time as this.” The first speaker asked […]
Today I Saw a Capybara
Today I saw a capybara. A real capybara in the wild! Well, kind of. It was at a Garden and Home store in Costa Rica, something similar to the Garden section at a Home Depot or Lowes. Does that count as in the wild? It wasn’t the store’s pet, to my knowledge. And the store […]
In Honor of Gabe
Then Written in the days following Gabe’s passing, in August 2025. I’m not quite sure where to begin. So here’s a list of memories, plans, expressions, ideas, and other thoughts about Gabe, whose life ended too soon and in an unimaginable way. I expect this will not be my easiest-to-follow blog. Instead, a collection of […]
Global Entry
I finally did it! After years of saying, I really need to get TSA Pre-check, I enrolled in Global Entry for that perk and more. If you aren’t familiar with Global Entry, it’s kind of like TSA Pre-check but for entering the country. It’s an expedited route through customs and immigration. During my first return […]
Today I Learned a New Time Zone
Today I learned a new time zone. My first trip of 2026 took me, along with my husband Matt, to Newfoundland and Labrador to visit some friends. It was my first time in this part of Canada. And my first time to the northeast at all! I expected to be amazed by what I would […]
The Power of Input
Over the past few months I’ve become increasingly aware of input. Specifically, the power of input. I’m not talking about technology here. Instead, I’m referring to everything that’s entering into my mind and body. Here’s a typical day of what I consume: 7:30am–wake to the sound of my alarm, the sight of my phone which […]
Should You Read the Bible in a Year?
Have you ever read the whole Bible in one year? Or have you wanted to? I did this for the first time in 2023 and it was one of the most significant things I’ve ever done for my faith. It was so transformative that I repeated it again in 2024 using a different translation… until […]
Today I Retreated
Today I retreated. I went on an Infinitum retreat in Bowen Island, B.C. outside of Vancouver. This was not the typical retreat I go on. Normally the retreats I attend are more times of spiritual renewal through sessions: musical worship, teaching, maybe some breakouts or workshops. These weekends usually also have some rest elements, like […]
Today I Choose Curiosity
“I can’t believe they’re spraying gas on the plane!” The words came from an inexperienced flyer seated around me. I looked out the window curiously, wondering what could have possibly made her think that was happening. When you’re sitting at the gate ready to take off, there’s a lot going on. Meals and snacks are […]
An Unexpected Gift of Cross-Cultural Communication
One of the many blessings and excitements of my work is the opportunity to travel to a different culture, over and over again. I’ve visited the same community of San Ramón, Costa Rica five times over the course of two years. The more I am there, the more I can see the gifts of this […]