• Misunderstood Hope -February 2026

    One of the best pieces of advice I ever received was from someone I didn’t know personally—just someone I followed based on a recommendation. The advice was this: when you read the Bible, look for God in the pages, not just your own circumstances. So often, we search scripture to find answers for our specific…


  • Happy New Year Readers

    I almost missed publishing the January edition because life threw me a curveball with the October 1 reduction in force. Honestly, I didn’t feel like writing in November or December—and I thought January would be another pause. But here’s the beautiful truth: even during my self-imposed break, my creative spark never went out. My mind…


  • Messages of Hope

    It’s often said that when you’re mourning a loved one—or simply longing to feel their presence—and a butterfly appears, it’s a sign. A gentle visit. Sometimes the butterfly lingers. Sometimes it hovers, as if watching. But often, it shows up just when we’re about to lose hope. This past week, I received some difficult news.…