All the Things That Matter Blog

I finished making applesauce a week or so ago. It was a lot of work. It always is. And it may not seem like it’s worth it. Which is why my sister teased, “You know, Shan, they sell applesauce in the store.” Hahaha. She’s hilarious. (Actually, she totally is.) But for all that they sell applesauce...

This morning, I got up at 7:15 (or a little later), exercised, showered, ate breakfast, looked over the Children’s church message I’m supposed to teach tomorrow and then left to get Erin for her ball games. We were at the ball field from 9:30 until 1:30. Then (as it was the last day of...

I’m a people-pleaser. Have been for years. I’m also a perfectionist. And a control freak. Also, I’m very Type A. So clearly, I’m super fun at parties. And I have a hard time saying no. Or I used to. Surprisingly, I’m getting better at drawing that line sometimes. Here’s why… 1. I am learning...

I know a lot of people out there do not take the Bible seriously. They don’t. I heard Bill Maher trying to let this guy talk about the Bible as a real book. Mr. Maher has already decided it isn’t. But he lets people who do believe it try to convince him (which I...

I just put my kids to bed. Except I didn’t. I mean, I took them to their rooms after family prayers and I kissed and hugged each one and turned off lights and closed doors. But when I came into my office and sat down, I’ve been interrupted now 5–make that 6–times by four...