When I was 16, my boyfriend's hobby was mountain biking. Brandon, my boyfriend loved mountain biking, and he loved me, so he did the awesome thing of combining two of his loves and bought me my first mountain bike. Here's... Continue Reading →
Have you heard of the story from the Bible of Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego? The one where the men of God were thrown into a fiery furnace? There are countless lessons in this story, and I've recently encountered a lesson... Continue Reading →
A bold move, one that requires a healthy helping of faith. Have you ever made such a move? Daniel did. A ruthless, arrogant king of Babylon named Nebuchadnezzar had a dream and demanded that someone not only interpret his dream,... Continue Reading →
Yesterday, I felt the need to have afternoon tea and cookies with my neighbor. I'm ashamed to admit it, but even though we've been neighbors for a few years, we've never really connected. We are in different seasons of life,... Continue Reading →
My church is my family. Just like my family, my church is not perfect. Why? Because my family and my church are both made up of humans, and humans are not perfect. Only Jesus is perfect, not us. Also, like... Continue Reading →
A couple weekends ago the weather was gorgeous and the mountains were calling. So, we loaded up our gear for a day-trip of hiking and hammocking (if that's even a word!). The kids and I had received Camelbak day-trip bags... Continue Reading →
I have caught myself asking many questions lately. Questions like: I've got a book out there now, should I be marketing it? I love to share my story with others, should I be putting myself out there more, finding ways... Continue Reading →
There are numerous reasons why I love attending church. I seriously could go on and on about all the wonderful reasons why it's awesome to be a part of a local church. However, the reason I want to share with... Continue Reading →
I mess up. Like a lot. I begin each day with such great intentions, and then...I mess it up. Yet, even with my mess ups, I'm promised that when the time comes, I have a Father waiting for me at... Continue Reading →
Loved Fiercely---Carly Van Laar 
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