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Hope Can Be Renewed Again and Again
My hair was falling out. Yup, me, the Asian girl with thick black hair, who has always been told by hair stylists, “Wow! You have a LOT of hair!”, quietly freaked out… Read More
You Are Worth Loving in the New Year
My father left when I was seven years old, but I always held out hope that one day he might come back to see me again. When it came time for my… Read More
Let the Plates Fall When Worry Spins Out of Control
I love autumn. Summer is so bright and intense, I wake up feeling obligated to go somewhere and do something. People are always asking, “What are your plans for the summer?” There is… Read More
The Day I Had a Panic Attack at Costco + a Free Gift
I was having a panic attack right there at Costco. It had been years since my last one. I’d shared about my journey of healing from emotional childhood trauma and learning to… Read More
What I Know For Sure in the Midst of Uncertainty
I told my son that shelter-in-place would last four weeks back in March. “This is just temporary — to help flatten the curve.” Now, a new school year is beginning, but Josh’s… Read More
Lift the Burden of Anxiety & Busy + A Giveaway with Holly Gerth
Even in the midst of hard things, you are still worthy of rest.You are worthy to enjoy something quiet that brings your heart delight. Jesus whispers, Let my quiet love bring you… Read More
When I Doubt My True Worth, Lord Remind Me
My friend had dropped off a little orchid plant for me. It’s so tiny, the vase and plant only stand seven inches tall. I’ve never bought orchids for myself before, so I… Read More
Listen to my new podcast: Stress Less & Take Care of You + Book Giveaway!
To encourage you in these uber stressful times, I’m launching a NEW Soul Care series for my podcast Coffee Break For Soul to help you stress less + take small steps to… Read More
When You Feel Overwhelmed & Don’t Know What To Do
Earlier this week, I felt overwhelmed. It hit me all of a sudden even though I thought I felt fine. The more I tried to think about what was bothering me, the… Read More
*Necklace GIVEAWAY!* I’m Celebrating 10 Years Blogging
Ten years ago, I started a blog because a dream died. I was a new mom to baby #2 Caleb & three year old Josh who didn’t nap. I was exhausted and… Read More
Breathe: Join the Whispers of Rest Book Club!? Starts May 11!
Have you ever wished you had a loving friend to gently encourage you when you feel weary, remind you of God’s loving promises when you feel discouraged, and offer simple, practical tips… Read More
Your Story Matters? Book #3 & Book #4 Are Real, Friends!
I am SO excited to announce Book #3 & Book #4 are real, friends!! I finally got God’s green light and electronically signed the book contract last week to write a very… Read More
