Being still in not failure — especially when God is the reason... "From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised." Psalm 113:3 Lately, I’ve been sitting with a lot, Reader — questions, emotions, and thoughts I didn’t expect. There were days when I felt like if this one thing doesn’t work out — it’s over. That if a deal doesn’t come through, or if breakthrough doesn’t happen soon, then maybe there’s no real hope left. I’ve had moments where I finally...

Your heritage may shape you, but God's love defines you... Where you come from matters, but it's the light above that defines you... This week, I want to share something very personal — a simple Ancestry.com update that led to a much deeper conversation with God about identity and worth. When my husband mentioned, “You have a new DNA match,” I brushed it off. I thought, I already know who I am. Half Belgian, half Bulgarian. I grew up in Europe. I have an accent — that’s me. Then I clicked...

Showing up with grace, even when it's late... Hi Reader, This week’s newsletter is coming to you a little later than usual — but here I am, showing up anyway... Life has been full, stretching, and clarifying for me, Reader. I’ve been noticing patterns in my marriage, my parenting, and my work. In my marriage, I sometimes hold back instead of letting my husband in so we can grow closer together. With my kids, I see moments where I could step up with more firm love and clearer boundaries. And...