Defining Success
The International Arrivals Gate of Advent
It’s the second week of Advent, and someone needs to tell DC to decide if it’s deep winter or balmy fall! Weather commentary aside, the priest's homily this weekend provided a beautiful image of Advent: the International Arrivals gate at the airport. Picture it:...
Gratitude beyond the Grid
Happy Christmas Eve! This is just a quick note to wish you a joyful and peaceful Christmas and to let you know I’ll be taking the next couple of weeks off to rest, reset, and spend quality time with my family and friends. Last week, I heard the most moving story...
The Joy of Being a Participant
Happy Tuesday gals! Last Wednesday, I celebrated my one-year anniversary of being back in DC (!!). It sure feels like I've been here much longer than that... this year has held many seasons, and I'm grateful for everything the Lord has provided me in each one! My...
Transitions
Inspiration over obligation
Popping in for a quick newsletter this morning—my parents were in town this weekend, which was such a delight (despite the freezing temperatures!). I spent the weekend away from screens, so this is coming to you live on Tuesday morning. What’s on my mind this week...
Happy Christmas Eve!
Happy Christmas Eve! This is just a quick note to wish you a joyful and peaceful Christmas and to let you know I’ll be taking the next couple of weeks off to rest, reset, and spend quality time with my family and friends. Last week, I heard the most moving story...
The International Arrivals Gate of Advent
It’s the second week of Advent, and someone needs to tell DC to decide if it’s deep winter or balmy fall! Weather commentary aside, the priest's homily this weekend provided a beautiful image of Advent: the International Arrivals gate at the airport. Picture it:...
Work Well Wednesday
Saying No
Saying No How did you respond the last time someone asked you to do something you really didn’t want to do? Did you take time to think about it? Did you politely decline? Did you swallow your objections and say yes to avoid making waves? As Catholic Christian...
When can I stop discerning and start doing?
"When can I stop discerning and start doing?" Do you ever get stuck in the cycle of discernment, looking for a sign or some roses or a billboard that will tell you which way to go (ps if you want to hear an epic story about that rose⬆️, send me message!)? If...
Five Things I Wish I Knew When Starting my First Job
Starting a your first post-grad job? Feeling nervous/excited/ready/unsure? I've been there, and I've learned a lot along the way! Here are five things I wish I knew when starting my first job: 1. You're here to learn how to work In my opinion, our first...
The SundayMonday Tuesday Archives
Inspiration over obligation
Popping in for a quick newsletter this morning—my parents were in town this weekend, which was such a delight (despite the freezing temperatures!). I spent the weekend away from screens, so this is coming to you live on Tuesday morning. What’s on my mind this week...
Welcome to Cozy January
It's a new year, folks, and like usual, it feels like I'm surrounded by messaging to do more, set wild goals, and get after it. But can I tell you something? I'm a little tired. And cold. And recovering from my annual January sickness. And as much as I love a...
2024 Seeds and Word of the Year 2025!
As the year came to a close, I asked myself “What are the good seeds that were planted in 2024, that I want to watch bloom in 2025?” Here are a few of my seeds from last year, in no particular order: 1. Monday MorningsVolunteering at the soup kitchen on Monday...