I am a huge fan of spy dramas and documentaries. The twists and turns, covert plots, secret codes, and double agents are just fascinating to me. One of the most notable things in every spy film I’ve ever watched is how one side will work to uncover the other side’s most vulnerable weakness and exploit…
I’m an Enneagram 3. A high “I” on the DISC profile. A major over-achiever by most standards. Accumulating accolades, affirmation, and awards has been my go-to over the years. Personality assessments aside, everyone wants to feel like they have value, purpose, and worth. Being noticed for our accomplishments is a universal human need. And, while…
It was the marriage wake-up call I needed to hear. As is common in newlyweds, Anthony and I had much to learn when we married 17 years ago – about God and each other. After a few short years of marriage, I had a full laundry list of complaints detailing what my husband was doing…
I have tended to hate messes. As a child, I turned inside out at the thought of jumping in a mud puddle. At the first sign of getting my hands dirty during art period in school, I was petitioning my teacher for a hall pass. Those external preferences of “not getting dirty” seemingly reflected what…
Imagine a world where you got your way 100% of the time. Initially, that may sound like a great thing, but slow down long enough to really chew on that point and you’ll quickly realize what a disaster that would be. As humans, our emotions, opinions, and personal preferences can be all over the place,…
I’m sure you’ve experienced it. There you are, driving down the road, when all of a sudden something catches your eye. Your head swivels around to look at whatever breath-taking scenery, historical landmark, or traffic accident you happen to be passing. By the time you put your attention back on the road, you realize you’ve…
