Tonight I'm thanking God for second chances. They come in all sorts of packages. Particularly, I'm thankful for another chance to care for my body. I've been slowly learning about yoga, and I have found a new love. As a former "All American" type athlete, yoga is completely different and new and refreshing. It teaches … Continue reading A New Love
Author: felishajoyce
My Word for 2015
I make resolutions all the time; daily, even hourly sometimes. So although I do make New Years Resolutions, they are usually just extensions of things I've been doing the year prior. 2 Reasons for that: 1. I make resolutions constantly because my desire to be my best self goes in direct conflict with my lack … Continue reading My Word for 2015
Things 2014 Taught Me
2014 was a year of learning. The best ones always are. Some of the lessons were new, and some were strong reminders. Without further ado and in no particular order, here are the things 2014 taught me... I can survive winter without being completely bummed the whole time. Get out of the house and keep … Continue reading Things 2014 Taught Me
Un Frozen
I've been spending a lot of time "crock-potting" these days. I'm pretty sure my sister-in-law, Leah, coined that phrase. It essentially means that I process things over an extended period of time. The slow-cooking version of the mind and heart. Some people like to hash things out right away, but it takes me time... I … Continue reading Un Frozen
It Won’t Always Be This Way
A few weeks ago, I was able to mark off #16 on my #30Before30 list...that is, "See a great concert." I'm not an expert on musical greatness, but in my opinion, The Rend Collective did not disappoint. (Driving to The Underground - Fall 2014) As I stood there with my arms raised, singing my heart out, … Continue reading It Won’t Always Be This Way
I Gave Up “Thankful Statuses”
It's November, and unlike the last several years, I am not posting daily Facebook statuses about things for which I'm grateful. It was a little sad when I decided I was going to make that change, as I found it a joyous and fun tradition. I have only seen one person posting those statuses this year, … Continue reading I Gave Up “Thankful Statuses”
Go on and Stare at a Wall
It can't be a coincidence that today my good friend, Danielle, over at Monday Morning Mom, posted that she was planning to pare down her Facebook friends' list and spend less time online. She and I are "kindred spirits" (Anne of Green Gables, anyone?). We're definitely on the same page on this one. Earlier today, I was … Continue reading Go on and Stare at a Wall
Poor, Poor, Pitiful Me
I've had a lot of time to think since I last posted. One of the things that has come to mind time and again is how some of us are inclined to throw ourselves pity parties. I hate to admit it, but this is sort of a special talent of mine. If throwing personal pity … Continue reading Poor, Poor, Pitiful Me
Blessed Weekend in Plainfield
During a sermon on idolatry, Steve White (Plainfield Christian Church) reminded us that there is only one true God. Josiah looked up at me and said, "There's only one God, Mommy? There's only one Jesus?" I can't even type it without choking up! Yes, yes, yes, my sweet boy. Only One. Thank You, LORD, for … Continue reading Blessed Weekend in Plainfield
I Need a Reminder (And a few goals for September)
Being a parent whilst also being human is really discouraging sometimes. I feel like a big fat failure almost every single day. Like right now, when Josiah has been asking to put the same puzzle together for 2 days, and it's still laying in the middle of the living room floor undone. I haven't found 5 … Continue reading I Need a Reminder (And a few goals for September)
Wilder Grace Co. 