Part of preparing for my morning time with God involves getting my dog, Riley, settled. Ordinarily, this looks like giving her permission to join me on the couch and then opening my arms and saying, “Snuggle up”, an invitation to draw as close as she wants and curl up next to me while I cover…
Paws & Prosper
This space is for fellow dog lovers who know that life with a four-legged friend is full of both challenge and joy. Here, I share practical tips on training, advocacy, and building a life-giving bond with your dog—redefining what it means to be a mindful and compassionate dog owner. I also open up about my journey with my anxious, reactive dog, Riley, and how her growth has mirrored my own—drawing me deeper into trust, patience, and greater freedom in Christ.
God Knows, Sees, and Understands
I took Riley out for a short potty walk this morning. Oh, how she wanted to go further, faster. And, I wanted to let her. She wanted to jump into the bushes onto the critters moving the branches and walk through the deep, muddy grass. And, I wanted to let her. Instead, I directed her…
Devotional Time Reframe
During my time with God this morning, He gave me some direction. I listened and wrote down what I heard and then moved directly from writing it down to reading my devotional. Because I have limited energy and sensory capacity, I came to my devotional time with a to-do list in mind. Pray Communion Read…