Other people think that they have the world’s best dad. They spend their money on #1 Dad t-shirts and mugs, presenting these gifts on that day in June. But they’re wasting their money. Because there can only be one #1 dad, and I am 99.99% sure that...
Point of view is crucial. It’s the perspective from which the author decides to tell the story. I always admire the authors who can tell a great story in first person because often those stories can seem less interesting and more monotonous. But in any case,...
Last night I did something I’ve rarely done before. I promoted myself across social media. I broke the introvert silence. I’m not one to parade around. I don’t like to be the center of attention. I’m not a huge fan of talking about myself. I...
I’ve known since a young age that I love stories. Stories connect with me. They move me to tears. They make me laugh. They change my perspective on life. They make me a better person. Stories are my thing. As a kid I remember roaming around our background...
Dear Finley, You’re not even born yet, but I already love you so much. And yet I know that the love I have for you cannot compare to the love your mom and dad have for you. Crazier still, I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that the incredible love they have for...
In Shauna Niequist’s most recent book, Bread and Wine, there is a line that goes something like this: “Part of growing up is declaring what you love.” I’ve read this book what feels like a million times since it came out. Each time something...