Morning friend, I’m in Austin, Texas this week for some training and it’s hot, hot, hot, and humid. I’m not used to the humidity after living in Arizona (my hair doesn’t like humidity either). But Austin has a very eclectic vibe, and I wish I had a little more time to explore.  If you haven’t ..read more

After a summer of travel that took me far from home and deep into reflection and some serious self-discovery, I found myself wrestling with the same lesson over and over: Grace and the need to let go of expectations and take ownership of my own well-being. Whether navigating unfamiliar places or the complexities of my ..read more

Hello friends! September brings a shift in schedules and expectations for many. Because I always close out August with my birthday, Labor Day weekend becomes a time of reflection and the start of a new year of life for me. I had the opportunity to spend some time by the lakeside contemplating changes that stemmed ..read more

Morning friend, What have you been doing all summer? Anything new? Let’s share favorite reads, favorite places, favorite movies, favorite new finds with each other. Soon (and for many already) kids will be back to school, routines will return to normal, and before too long we will be talking about holidays. My favorite read this ..read more

August greetings friends! I am in a season rich with reflection and anticipation. This time of year, with its natural transitions, is a beautiful mirror of the divine rhythm of God.  Sisters, our Lord is never late, never early, but always precisely on time. This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Creation ..read more

Morning friend, Thanks for sharing your thoughts about the Kingdom of God. Here are some things I’ve been pondering. As I discern, I see the Kingdom of God consisting of unconditional love, truth, beauty, and justice. Like fireflies of warm summer nights, these elements shine heavenly light in dark places. Like a little yeast that ..read more

Morning friends, I’ve been pondering a spiritual term I’d love to hear your thoughts on. As you read the Scriptures, how would you define the kingdom of God? For example, when Jesus tells us that the kingdom of God is near (Luke 17:20,21) what does that mean to you? When he says “seek the kingdom of God above all else (Matthew 6:33), how would you define or describe the Kingdom of God? Or even “the kingdom of God is like……a mustard seed, a hidden treasure, a small amount of yeast”. I have some thoughts but would love to hear yours.  Question: How does one balance mercy and stern boundarie ..read more

Morning friend, Alaska is a beautiful state. The weather was wonderful, with no rain, and fairly warm. I got to see whales, sea otters, sea lions, bears, and eagles. God’s creation is magnificent. I would never want to live there, but it’s an amazing place to visit. Here are some pictures for you to enjoy. Question: I have been in what I feel is an emotionally abusive relationship for 18 years now. My husband promises so much but most of it is empty words with no true commitment. I feel drained. I know I cannot change him. I have been working on myself to be the best I can be but there’s no c ..read more

Hello Friends, I recently had the joy of watching a live production of my favorite musical The Sound of Music, and it was an absolute delight. One moment that really stuck with me was the iconic lesson from the song “Do-Re-Mi”: “Let's start at the very beginning, a very good place to start.” Just like learning to sing by beginning with the basics, summer is a wonderful time to embrace a fresh start and reflect on our relationships, our faith, and how we're living our lives. As we enjoy the sunshine and longer days, let's take this melody of new beginnings and apply it to our personal growth, o ..read more

Hello dear friends of LV&Co! I am grateful for all of you who continue to read, ask questions, and comment. I pray this July finds you well. As the summer weather and the political climate continues to heat up, join me in prayer for all to be safe and God’s will to prevail in our hearts. This month, I challenge you to live out your God-given freedoms and to lean into the purposes He has for you.  Today’s Question: Since I've learned it is unwise to tell people that my husband of 40 years is a covert passive-aggressive narcissist, what is best to say when family and friends want to kno ..read more