Inward Focus (31 Days of Balance – Day 5)

If I am going to have balance, it is clear to me that I must make Christ the focal point of my life.  Far, far too often, I see myself looking all around me….looking inside myself….looking up and down and all around trying to make sense of everything.  Far...

Focal Point (31 Days of Balance – Day 4)

I think we all watched the Olympics this summer, even if just for a little while.  Most of us have a favorite part – that sport or event we make sure we don’t miss – and while my favorite summer event is probably diving, I always make sure to watch...

Pressing On (31 Days of Balance – Day 3)

Can I be absolutely, totally honest?  If you’ve been reading my blog for long, you won’t be surprised by my tendency toward transparency.  If you’re new here, I hope you’ll find it refreshing. So can I be honest?  I hope so.  Here we go. This...

All or Nothing (31 Days of Balance – Day 2)

There is a house I pass on the way to take my daughter to school that always catches my eye.  It’s a stately place, with a columned front porch that could likely fit the entire lower level of my house with room to spare.  While the house itself is impressive,...