Hanging out with the great-grandboy 💙 Porch #226
A variety of readworthy linkage. And your personal invite to participate more fully in our little community as we move onward and upward.
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Cultivating a quiet, Christ-centered life not far from the deep blue sea. Sharing thoughtful essays, calming snapshots, & serendipitous resources. Happily nurturing meaningful online conversations since 2008.
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Jet lag + capable families + serendipitous collages 📸 Porch #225
Accepting what my body was speaking to me & obeying her demands. Plus the joy of refusing to micromanage a family visit. Winsome snapshots, too.
Grace & Space for the Weary Traveler 👜 Porch #224
Be kind to yourself when you're in that liminal space, emerging from one of life's memorable experiences even as you're moving forward to what God has next.
A Journey to the Motherland 🏰 Porch #223
Planes, trains, & automobiles. Plus the ship, buses, & our own two feet. British Isles, here we come. Plus kind & discerning words to keep you in good company while we're apart.
🍉 A peek at my summer lifesavers
I'm cherishing the slow + gentle moments even as I ready myself for the next big adventure. And claiming God's joyful peace every step of the way.
🍨 The Cape Cod Creamery Series
In this month's Literary Chatter, a scrumptious, wholesome taste of Cape Cod. Kindle deals hand-picked just for you. And summer-y bookmarks & tags to share.
🎶 'Hey, it's good ...'
An ode to home as a haven of rest, reflection, & renewal. And the sheer gift of meaningful conversations with our children's children.
🎨 In the moment
On putting my phone aside. Inviting my heart to cherish every crazy, delightful moment. And the calling to release the next generations.
👒 Here. There. Everywhere.
Celebrations. Transitions. Hard stuff. Travel. Surprises. Where to find me when I don't appear in your inbox. And tons of books for you to sift through for your summertime reading joy.
Cultivating Trust 🚪 Porch #222
On the finality of closed doors & discovering the Lord's gentle guidance in those seemingly unending waiting room seasons.
Come Hungry 🍞 Porch #221
If you find yourself drained, famished, or a bit undone, there's plenty of room for you at His table.
Library Books 📚 Porch #220
An ode to our beloved libraries. 5 historical fiction titles for you & your book club + a vintage library scented candle & a link to even more historical fiction favorites.