Mac and Me – A Conscious Uncoupling, Week 1

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Last week I made a change. After nearly 15 years of using a Mac as my primary everyday computer, I bought a Microsoft Surface Pro 4. I’m calling it a “trial separation” since I’m still not 100% sure it’s the right move for me, but after a lot of thought and research I felt like the time was right. Enough friends commented to my announcement on Instagram and said, “Let me know how it goes. I’m thinking of doing the same thing.” that I thought it would be helpful to share my experience. Read more

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A New Ally in Moderating Screen Time – OurPact

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If you’re like me you’ve read enough articles about the detrimental effects of screen time on kids to give you a sufficient amount of guilt and anxiety to last a lifetime. No fear, this is not one of those articles. Read more

My #sabbatical reflections

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DSC_0271Last week I returned to work after my first ever ministry sabbatical. It was three wonderful, life-giving months, and I am thankful for every moment. When I returned, I sat down and started to write this post and quickly realized I had more to say than was appropriate for a blog post. Read more

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The practice of being fully present. #sabbatical

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I realized that today is day 37 of my sabbatical, the beginning of week six – almost at the half-way point. Upon that realization, I took a few moments and thought back about these last five weeks – what I’ve experienced and what, if anything, I’ve been learning. Read more

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Three great days at Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House to start my #Sabbatical

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IMG_0946.JPGThe Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. Read more

Snow day sledding at Ruby Hill

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Fifth annual neighborhood Christmas cookie delivery day

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Andrew (7) and Ethan (10) did most of the work this year. Such a great family tradition!

Back to school!

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First day of fourth and second grade for Ethan and Andrew!

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Ethan with his award from the #Denver @CoerverCoaching camp

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So proud of this guy for winning the skills competition in his group at @CoerverCoaching camp – most moves in 1 minute!

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