Last week, I caught myself rewriting something I’d previously decided was “already done.” It was clear. It was strong. It was thoughtful. It said exactly what it needed to say. And still…I kept adjusting it. Adding one more explanation. Softening [...]
I used to think Mother’s Day would feel different by now. I imagined a season where the seeds I planted for years would begin to bloom in obvious ways. I thought there would come a point where the sacrifices would [...]
If you’re someone who finds it difficult to say "no," you're not alone. Whether it's from a desire to help others, a fear of disappointing people, or simply wanting to avoid conflict, many of us struggle with setting healthy boundaries. [...]
What’s keeping you from pursuing what God has placed in your heart? Sometimes, not having all of the information or resources can make you feel ill-equipped for the task at hand. But it’s okay to take the pressure off! So [...]
If you’ve ever struggled with poor vision, then you understand the value of being able to see clearly. Until I was 29 years old, I woke up every day unable to see the alarm clock on the nightstand beside my [...]
If you’re anything like me, you live a full life. I speak, write, support my church, homeschool my youngest son, and manage my home. I also put effort into being a good wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to the [...]
Chrystal, can you mentor me? I can’t even begin to tell you how many times someone has asked me this question. And truth be told… I want to! Mentoring, coaching, and discipline are my favorite things. I want to take [...]
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned as a leader (and am still learning) is how important it is to ask the right questions and then to hold space for listening well. What it is and why it matters… Listening [...]
A few years ago, we moved to a place that has trees around it and a lot of grass. When we bought this place, I asked the previous homeowners “what do you do to get the grass as green [...]
As I've told y'all before, my mother was an excellent cook and made sure to teach me her ways. As the holidays approach, I'm getting excited about all the things that I'll share on my family table because of what [...]
