Saying hello again
You didn’t expect to see this, did you?
My past messages are gathering cobwebs and it seems like I ghosted. Sorry about that. Life got a little…. unpredictable.
So where have I been?
“Stories From the Sidelines” made its debut in September! But some big changes also emerged.
A long season of working at my beloved church came to an end, and uncertainty, seeking, waiting, and anxiety marked its departure- along with a generous heap of sadness. Despite my plans to remain in Los Angeles for, well, forever, God had other ideas. A new adventure began with putting everything I owned in boxes and saying tearful goodbyes. Then with a U-Haul and a prayer, I headed up the coast to say hello to a completely different life- in Tacoma, Washington! A church welcomed me as their youth director and into their joy-filled community, complete with hopes of a fresh start and delights to be discovered.
What about the book?
What a joy that “Stories From the Sidelines” is out in the world! Readers have found encouragement in each chapter, walking alongside people who are often overlooked and forgotten. I’ve loved sharing the narratives and am eager to invite others to meet the people in these pages. Have you read it yet? If not, you can find it here, or tell a friend about what you saw in the stories.
All the wild life changes really limited my ability to promote this book well, so I’m immensely grateful for your support.
What comes next?
Ah, the perpetual question for us all. Here, it will be dedicating attention to my new job and community, including exploring Tacoma, spending time with friends, and even trying gardening for the first time!
Meanwhile, I am still looking for God in the details of everyday living and, of course, figuring out how to best share “Stories From the Sidelines” without marketing becoming my lifestyle. And, to be honest, learning how to respond to all of the happenings in our country right now takes a good deal of attention, too.
I want to tell you about:
- How God surprised me with this plot twist!
- The struggles of letting go and moving forward
- Making sense of everything when it feels like chaos salad
- The adventures of navigating the unknown
Thanks for sticking with me. I haven’t forgotten you, and I’d love to bring you along for this new season of God’s incredible journey. I’d love to hear your stories, too. We’ve got some catching up to do.
