I set out to accomplish the crazy idea of blogging once a day for an entire month. And I succeeded. Huge sigh of relief. I hope y’all have enjoyed my curated #30Before30 list. I included daredevil highlights and tantalizing food photos, but mostly shared life lessons. Here’s a quick reference list of my 30 Life Lessons (or 30 Before 30): Continue reading 30 Life Lessons
Life is filled with wonderful things, difficult times, and often a busyness that knows no end. God is always faithful and good through it all. And every breath truly is a gift. But sometimes we have to press pause and take stock. For me, I’ve decided to do this at least 4 times every year. This may sound crazy, but I have to schedule these times in Sharpie (both with pen and paper & digitally) and be intentional to “be still and know.” Continue reading Be Still and Know
I thought it would be fun (and creatively challenging) to reflect on the last few decades about what I’ve seen, done, and learned. And then post 30 life lessons and experiences because…well…I’m turning 30. And June has 30 days. How convenient. Continue reading 30 Before 30
I choose to think of my life as full of adventure and not peppered with tragic chaos and misfortune. Yesterday presented another wonderful reminder that, yes, I am still subject to gravity and the elements. Continue reading Life doesn’t come with warning signs
I started 2015 with a fresh sense of optimism. So many great opportunities were available to explore. And, in some sense, I set my heart on them. But God knew better. Continue reading But God knew better.
When traffic infuriates me and reveals my lack of kindness, compassion, & patience…. When my workload increases and drops a stress grenade in my lap…. When I’m tempted to be discontent with my life circumstances & status…. Life is not … Continue reading To my future self.
J. Michael Hansen 