I find some of my deepest joy in writing and teaching. I love to learn and share knowledge, insights, and experiences with others, and I aspire to be like a field of flowers, bringing hope and life to the world around me.

I’m a work in progress and am learning to enjoy the process of becoming instead of lamenting how far I have to go.

I’ve faced disappointment and discouragement, and I know firsthand that discovering, accepting, and walking in who we really are isn’t always easy.

That’s why I’m here—to come alongside you on this journey of growing into the women God created us to be.

If you’re ready to

…Know who you really are and follow your unique purpose, calling, and passion

…Make a difference with your skills, values, and strengths

…Dream big and reach for meaningful goals

…Discover how to enjoy everyday life, even in difficult seasons

…Grow in your walk with God

You’re in the right place!

Grab a cup of coffee and check out my articles on purpose here. I also write a lot about faith and spiritual growth, since knowing God is our ultimate purpose! You can find those posts here.

If you’re interested in taking a deeper dive into exploring who you are, check out my e-course, Your Creative Best. You can learn all about it here.

Also, if you’re excited about pursuing a life of purpose and faith, I’d love to send you more great (and free!) encouragement and tools to help you on your journey. Just click here to join my email list and become a part of my online community. As a subscriber, you’ll be entered into my giveaways and also gain access to my free resource library full of purposeful printables!

I can’t wait to connect with you!

Want to know more? Read on!

BACKGROUND

I’ve always loved reading, writing, and relationships. My fascination with the intricacies and inner workings of our hearts and minds led me to earn a bachelor's degree in psychology and then a master's degree in counseling.

But after spending seven years in the mental health field, through my own journey of finding the courage to embrace who God created me to be, I decided to retire my counseling license and pursue my dream of becoming a writer.

It’s a process that has included risk, courage, and faith, but it’s been one of the most exciting seasons of my life. I’m happy to say I’ve finally found my fit and am more confident than ever that I am walking in the purpose God created me for.

In addition to writing here on my blog, I also write for The Joyful Life Magazine as a member of their devotion team and as a regular contributor to their blog. My work has also appeared in Bella Grace, (in)courage, Her View From Home, and other publications.

Over the last several years, I’ve realized that God has not only called me to share my own words and writing but also to help other writers grow in their craft and create outstanding content. I am currently accomplishing this mission through my work as a content editor for The Joyful Life Magazine print team.

HOME

I grew up and live in nature’s ultimate juxtaposition of stunning beauty and harsh reality: Alaska.

Living here has forced me to face—and overcome—some challenges that, to be honest, I would have preferred to run away from.

It’s been quite a journey for me to learn how to root myself into this land of fiery summer days and dark, frigid winters—to accept that this is where I’m planted and learn to love it. (You can read more about that journey here). But eventually, I fumbled my way to true love.

I’ve found that many of the principles (such as gratitude, appreciation of beauty, and trust) that have allowed to me flourish in this forbidding place are the same principles that have enabled me to survive other non-climate-related challenges and find joy in everyday life—even when circumstances are less than desirable.

LOVE

My husband and I have a funny love story that is way too long to share here. The short version is that we met at a Christmas dinner at the local fire department, where both our dads worked. My heart was instantly captivated by this handsome, funny, kind man, and a year and a half later, I married my best friend and one true love. We’ve been married for 16 years (and counting) and share life and home with our two cat babies, Fritz and Lewis.

FAITH

Closest to my heart and foremost in my mind is my faith. I’ve discovered that the deeper I go in God—the more I turn my heart and face to Him with my joys and my sorrows, my dreams and my fears—the more I experience His faithfulness to guide me into the life of abundance, meaning, joy, rest, and peace He created us for. My worldview, values, beliefs, and perspectives are shaped by my faith in Christ, and one of my top priorities is to help women grow spiritually.

FAVORITES

I relish sunny summer nights, crisp fall days, reading, writing, and walking in nature.

There’s not much that brings me more pleasure than curling up in front of the fire with a good book on a cold winter night.

I also love the sound of wind brushing the treetops, the smell of rain, laughter, flowers, snowshoeing, skiing, and strong, black coffee.

I LOVE TO THINK, TALK, READ, AND WRITE ABOUT

Living life to the fullest. Being authentic. Purpose. Creativity. Beauty. Rest. Gratitude. Hope. Faith. Minimizing the superfluous. Maximizing joy. Dreaming. Laughing. Reading. Nature. Making the world a better place. Living with excellence. What it means to be a woman. Unhurried life.

VALUES

Appreciate: Beauty. Nature. Love.

Believe: In your dreams. In the impossible. That God is good.

Engage: In your calling. In your community. In laughter.

Excel: In your gifts. In creativity. In life.

Grow: In faith. In hope. In wisdom.

Rest: It’s essential. It creates rhythm. It brings joy.

Settle in with a cup of tea or coffee, peruse my blog, enjoy yourself, and be encouraged! And please, feel free to send me a message! I’d love to hear your questions, thoughts, and stories!

Also, if you’re excited about pursuing a life of purpose and faith, I’d love to send you more great (and free!) encouragement and tools to help you on your journey. Just click here to join my email list and become part of my online community. As a subscriber, you’ll also gain access to my free resource library full of purposeful printables! Sign up here!