Recently, I’ve been feeling tired and discouraged. It snuck up on me. First, a volunteer project required more time and energy than I...

Birthdays can be complicated for many of us. First, we’re excited to grow older and celebrate fun milestones – turning 16 and getting our...

Last year, circumstances over a period of about six months were challenging and stressful, and I didn’t manage them well. Thinking back...

Last week, I shared the story of Brock lying to me about wrecking his dad’s truck. When I discovered the truth and asked Brock why he...

After Brock and I had been dating for a few weeks, he called me one night as I was getting ready for bed. He told me he’d been in an...

My friends would describe me as strong, capable, and dependable. I have my flaws, and work to recognize areas for improvement and grow....

A view from the bike at sunrise. In the last post , I wrote about my struggle to leave, and then stay away from, a dating partner who was...

A view from the bike at sunrise. As an adult, I found myself in an unhealthy relationship. When we first met, and got to know each other,...