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Ever since I arrived in Guatemala I have been challenged by this line: It is well with my soul.  The original song speaks to the authors reaction in the face of incredible and terrible tragedy. Of finding the faith and…

The last few years of my life God has been continuously asking this question: Do you trust me? Of course my first impulse is to say, “Yes, of course! Why would you even need to ask?” But do I really? …

My time in Georgia is quickly coming to a close. This time next week I will be packing up and starting to head back to Maine for Christmas.  Being at the Center for Global Action this fall has been really…

I am thankful for a great many things. But what does that actually mean?  The definition of thankful is: pleased and relieved; to express gratitude and relief. It’s interesting to me that relief is included there. It makes sense when…

Pain is an inevitable truth of living on this planet.  Grief is a necessary part of that equation. We will all experience situations, events, and seasons when something or someone will need be grieved.  This was the topic we focused…

I’ve been sick for the last two weeks – the longest chunk of time since the race. I don’t really handle sickness very well.  What I mean by that is I don’t like to give myself the time I need…

This week I was asked to make a picture blog of things that describe me – who I am and what my likes and dislikes are. Here it is! I hope you enjoy getting a glimpse into the life of…

Most nights I go for a walk in the neighborhood by myself. To the end of the street and back is exactly one mile. And every night this week I have been startled by my shadow. Headphones in or out,…

Most days I check my personal bank account balance. I like to visit the little money I have in there. Just check on it really. See how it’s doing. See if any pennies of interest may have come in. It’s…