“Random Acts of Kindness Day” calls us to pause amidst the clamor and chaos of a busy world. It is celebrated annually on February 17th around the world and was started in 1990. When we open our hearts and hands to the simple yet profound power of simple kindness, we begin to discover that even... The post Multiply Kindness: Small Acts, Big Impact appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day. Among the many soup options out there, one stands out as a unique and flavorful combination: Cheese and Broccoli Soup. We have enjoyed a variety of this type of soup since the beginning of our marriage. Fun fact – we... The post Creamy Cheese and Broccoli Soup: A Perfect Comfort Food Delight appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

As we navigate the first few weeks of a new year, it’s the perfect opportunity to push reset and take time to consider what the next 12 months will hold and how we want to show up over the next 365 days. One beautiful practice that has captured the hearts of women everywhere is selecting... The post Do You Have a Focus Word of the Year? appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

Hubby and I have been working on a plan to weave more fruits and veggies into our meals and recently we committed to writing down everything we ate for seven days. Talk about eye-opening—way too many carbs, starches, dairy, and far too few fruits and vegetables. We had no idea. Something needed to change. I... The post Amazing Quinoa Salad appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

Summer is a season for refreshing treats of all kinds! Ice cream, fresh fruits, and roadside stands filled with vegetables and cut flowers are some of my favorite parts of summer. The smells, tastes, textures, and vibrant colors are delicious in every way. I don’t spend a lot of time baking inside during the summer,... The post Lemon Scones For The Win appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

I believe with all of my heart, life is an incredible adventure, filled with ups and down. It’s messy and has far too many sharp edges and rocky places.  But, still, it is beautiful. As I navigate this journey with all of its twists and turns, I find great strength in my faith. It’s like... The post Embracing the Journey; Navigating Life’s Adventure With Faith & Grace appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

Opportunities abound for us to try something new, download a new course, get a new certification, or sign up for a new training. Just sayin’.You know what I mean. You are my people. Shiny objects call our name and we are sure God is calling us to do “all the things.”  all.of.the.things. Friend, let me... The post Ditch the Distractions: Say ‘No’ to Shiny Objects and ‘Yes’ to What Matters Most” appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

“If you are going to learn how to trust God at a deeper level, you are going to have to go through a deeper trial. Trust the purpose for the pain.” – Tony Evans These wildflowers bloom and grow through seemingly impossible circumstances. The soil is rocky, harsh, and without moisture. Still, they grow. Still,... The post Blooming in Hard Places appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

We all have our comfort zone, the bubble where we feel safe. But if we stay only in those places where we become stuck. Fear of the unknown is the biggest reason we are fearful of new things. We tell ourselves “everyone” is watching and we will surely look ridiculous trying something we’re not especially... The post Do You Fear Failure? appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more

Living with intention requires clarity and focus. When you are clear about what matters most to you it changes everything. What would it look like to live with less confusion and chaos? When you make a choice to operate from a place of clarity, it requires you to make a change and commitment to step... The post Finding Clarity appeared first on The Intentional Life ..read more