10/17/24Somewhere on the road11 months to the day from our first steps onto the Road to Brave Every so often, when we’re willing to slow down enough to notice, we get glimpses. Sunsets, babies, leaves in the breeze. Wrinkled hands gripping yours, clouded eyes filled with peace, embraces holding tight. Glimpses of pure hope. Glimpses … More In the End
There are many things young adults are good at, culturally speaking, in today’s day and age. Unfortunately, hope is not one of those things. In fact, given our rates of depression, overwhelming anxiety, and death by hopelessness, it’s probably arguable that recent generations’ struggle with hope is one of the things we’re worst at. And … More Brave Enough to Hope
“That is such a great decision for them. I’m just really proud.” …I said. Have you said? I think we’ve all said, at some point or another. Usually referring to something admirable in the life of a friend or family member—something like faithfully working out, attending a Bible study, journaling regularly, or starting a small … More Brave Enough to Heal
“Love is easy.”Simple, yes. But easy—how soft and kind the lieThat lets us hide the pain insideAnd choose an easier path—one that holdsThe kindest side of love aloft, and hidesThe broken, wounded, hurting sideThat speaks of joy, but not the sorrowsWe bear for those we chose to love. I scribbled on a scrap of paper … More Brave Enough to Hurt
Runner’s Log: We definitely should have turned around earlier. I hope I make it all the way home. I probably won’t make it all the way home. Where’s that runner’s high they talk about? My head hurts…my foot hurts…oh, look, that person has a bike…I wish I had a bike… … More Brave Enough to Keep Running
I am an introverted traveler. Honest confession. If you are someone who likes to talk to people while in airports or on a plane and you have ever found yourself next to me, I am quite sorry. It probably wasn’t a stimulating experience. Most of the time, I travel by myself — and when I … More Till I See the Lights
The Road to Brave 