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requiem for Notre Dame

requiem for Notre Dame

When I first heard that Notre Dame was burning, it was mid-afternoon in California and I had arrived home after my lunch shift at the restaurant. I set my keys on the counter. My mom was sitting in the living room, amazed, and showed me the video. I watched the...
the christian life, reimagined

the christian life, reimagined

Growing up in the Church, I used to be under the general impression that the Christian life was meant to be miserable. Oh sure, I figured God wanted “good” things for me—salvation, an eternity strumming harps in the clouds, a healthy dose of suffering, and a lifetime...
the best of switchfoot

the best of switchfoot

Last Saturday, I got to see a concert of one of my favorite bands in existence: Switchfoot. They are an amazing band with a message of hope and intentionality to spread to the world. I wholeheartedly recommend their music, with thirteen albums released in the last...
a longing for our true home | C.S. Lewis

a longing for our true home | C.S. Lewis

“If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we were made for another world.”C.S. Lewis Have you ever felt a boundless sensation of longing, a feeling like a siren’s song in the distance? It sweeps...
first day of spring // life update

first day of spring // life update

“Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn.”Lewis Grizzard Hey guys! I’m back. Spring is budding everywhere here on the west coast. Last weekend, unusually warm, meant crowded beaches filled with beach towels and boogie boards and colorful...
valentine’s day

valentine’s day

When I opened my notebook to write this blog post today, I meant only to write a letter of inspiration or a step-by-step guide to having an awesome solo Valentine’s day.  But instead, I want to remind you a few things that I’ve been reminding myself lately. 1. First...