Aug 22, 2024 | All, Elsie
I had a wonderful summer, AND…I’m tired. Going into the fall I’m trying to muster up enough energy for the new rhythm of life required for my busy family. I came across this article and it really hit home for me, because I do have a toddler. While he...
Jul 29, 2024 | All, Elsie
My family and I wanted to take a summer vacation, but with our oldest now working, summer sports schedules and therapy appointments for my youngest, it was hard to plan more than 4 days away. Our solution? Voila! A trip to Ludington! I grew up in West Michigan, but am...
Jun 25, 2024 | All, Elsie
I was at an event recently at the Van Andel arena and decided to buy a bottle of water. I knew it would be expensive, but my jaw dropped when I saw it was $8. I was thirsty, so I bought it anyway. That same water bottle at a hotel would probably be $5. The same water...
May 30, 2024 | All, Elsie
I had an appointment with my therapist recently. (Yes, I absolutely have a therapist. Being in therapy helps me become the best version of myself!) She asked me what had been going on in my life. I started sharing a long list of recent experiences, responsibilities...
Mar 25, 2024 | All, Elsie
What is faith? Faith seemingly seems something different to everyone. Faith is as universal as breathing air and also as diverse as Jesus himself. There are 2 types of faith: general faith and religious faith. General faith could be something as simple as believing...
