Good Friday, Easter & Cancer
This year I connect with the Easter story in a whole new way. It’s been on my mind for months. God, what is your purpose in having me...
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Kirsten 13.0
Apple's newest phone is the iOS 13. I've had at least as many upgrades; maybe I can consider myself Kirsten version 13.0. There have been...
Warrior Week + Anxiety
It is Warrior Week, and the battle began on Monday. Knowing chemo was on Friday, I woke up depressed and sad. There was a lack of...
Beauty School - Bald Edition
Beauty school was in session as my family shaved my head last week. We thought there would be lots of tears. Instead, we laughed and made...
The Chemo Cut
Anticipation is often worse than the actual event. This has been true in many circumstances and yet I still get anxious and worked up....
Stage 1-ish
During chemo #1, I asked my chemo nurse, I’m Stage 1, right? She replied that we won’t know what stage until we are done. This means we...
Chemo #1 & Dominoes
Thankfully Chemo #1 happened on 2/14 without any complications. Some people are allergic to the meds and need to stop treatment or slow...
It's getting real.
Yesterday I wanted to stay in bed, pull the covers over my head, and pretend this wasn’t real. No cancer, no chemo, no uncertainty or...
Denial
How could I not notice a basketball-sized mass in my stomach? Denial. I have had lots of practice with denial. After my mom died I did...
A New Perspective
Continued from The Boobs, the Basketball, and the Cancer Once I had new eyes to see that God was adding a new chapter to my Epic...
The Boobs, the Basketball & the Cancer
The Lion, the Witch, & the Wardrobe has a better ring, right? My story has similarities; adventure with twists and turns, unexpected...
In this moment.
There is never a good time for bad news. There is always something to be grateful for. We have bad news and we are grateful. Pathology...
A Little Yes Can Lead to Healing
A “little yes” can lead us on paths beyond our imagination. In my case, a path of healing + calling. Join me on your journey!
Who are you listening to?
Encouragement isn't limited to in-person gatherings and it certainly won't be shut down by Covid. Let's point each other to truth + hope.
Waking up grumpy
This morning I woke up in a grumpy mood. Sadness and weariness about Covid-19. Discomfort because I disappointed someone. Grief as I...
Mantras
1. Get it done. 2. With a good attitude. Our newest family mantra. Both are expected. Get it done. We have to get stuff done. Stuff we...
Imposter Syndrome, Insecurity + Self-doubt
Release what is no longer serving you to receive the abundant life you were created to live. A faith-based presentation for women.
Parenting support + encouragement
Practical skills, insightful tips, guided practice, encouragement and inspiration. Parent by intention, not default
Emotionally Healthy Parenting Zoom Workshop - April 29 @ 8pm
Honest, vulnerable + practical help for parents Connect your thinking, emotions and intentions to parent from a healthier place.
Presence, comfort & light
I have to be responsible with my minutes. To invest my time and energy for the maximum return. I can’t say yes to everything and everyone.