In this final part of the series on Hard Work let us think about the source of a lot of our work: the stuff we own.
Hard Work – Part 4: What does Minimalism have to do with hard work?
Hard Work – Part 3: How can we cultivate diligence, grit, and helpfulness in our children?
In Part 3 of the series on Hard Work we get to the the practical question: “I have to get stuff done, am I just supposed to wait around and hope that people will help me?! So far that’s never happened!”
Hard Work – Part 2: Do people do hard things even when they are not forced to do them?
In this part of the Hard Work series I want to think through if people will do hard things when they are not forced to do them.
Hard Work – Part 1: What if my children are never forced to do hard things?
With unschooling the question often comes up: “What if my children are never forced to do hard things? Will they ever learn grit and determination? Will they develop a sense of entitlement?” The argument is often made that doing whatever you want is not how the real world works. “What if a boss gives me […]
Life in Riyadh
Who knew that life in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia would end up being this wonderful balance of isolation, adventure, and modern convenience! So far I’m really liking our life in KSA. It’s strange, I kinda feel like I should be posting interesting pictures and anecdotes about our new life for friends and family back home, but […]
Reflections Upon Arriving in Saudi Arabia
Two days after our family arrived to our new home in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia I was prompted towards this hindsight reflection of our journey here.
Exploring Faith, Trust, Fear, and Human Failings in a Love Letter to My Husband
Part of our move to Saudi Arabia involved my husband going there first, leaving the kids and I with family in the US. We knew there would be a separation, but hoped it wouldn’t be that long. After a few setbacks in the visa process we began to fear the separation dragging on indefinitely.
Mindfulness in the Midst of Exhaustion
Why do I feel bad about setting firm limits about what I’m willing to do when I know I’m at my limit? I want to own my choices, my work, and be content that I am enough. But honestly, it feels like I’m not enough right now. So, I have a hard deadline for moving. […]
Insulated Life
I live an insulated life. Sometimes I forget what a wonderfully insulated life God has blessed us with. We get to travel a lot and see many different cultures and ways of living. My husband is able to provide a unique and wonderful life for us. In so many ways we get to set our […]
Informed Consent?
I’ve been doing some reading about exactly how hormone based birth control works.