Deeply Rooted: Remaining grounded, planted … anchored in a drifting world
I’ve learned what it means to settle in while still growing. I’ve experienced the joy of cultivating deep and meaningful relationships. I’m witnessing the fruit of intentionally engaging in community and then investing my time, as well as talents, in
The Dangers of Lurking
As recent as last month I found myself in a state of cloudiness. In my pursuit to write and publish more, to grow my platform, and engage with others, I lost sight of what I know is God’s call for
One Million Ways to Love
Last weekend I spent time with my favorite teenager. For those of you reading this who don't know, this young lady is not my biological child - I don't have any biological children. She is the niece of one of
Justice Centered Life
On Friday night I had trouble pulling my eyes away from the screen. As much as I know about the damages of watching and re-watching traumatic images - police engaged in altercations with citizens, cars burning, people yelling obscenities at
The Trip to Atlanta That Changed Things …
I took my first trip to Atlanta while in high school. I don’t remember what club I was a member of or much else about the trip aside from the college tour. I knew during that trip that I wanted
The Art of Hosting
It has been exactly two weeks since I hosted one of my favorite big cousins and one of my favorite little cousins :-). Their time with me in my home was their first visit to my little town - I
These Things I Learned in 2019
I can only recall one other year - 2012 - when I had such drastic and dramatic change within 12 months so it should go without saying: 2019 is one for the books. If you’ve been following my posts, you
What Happened in Richmond …
Earlier this year I committed to being more intentional with both my money and my time. This commitment has included a realignment of my priorities for the next few months and an exploration of new ventures. On Friday my friend
For the Year Ahead …
Six months ago I wrote a post entitled “#GoalsForGod”. In that post I shared how I have had a relentless pursuit in achieving my career goals. I then went on to ask what would my life be like if I