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This is a space for inky explorations of faith, relationships, life practices, nature, and more. Welcome!

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Feb 8

Feb 8 Ghost

Esther

meditation, cancer

haunted by joy and sorrow

Nov 2

Nov 2 Paralysis and Peace

Esther

cancer, meditation

navigating the decision-making process

Oct 22

Oct 22 Further Up, Further In

Esther

meditation, cancer

biopsy results after the first surgery

Sep 12

Sep 12 The Monday Blues

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life practice

what to do about the ugh-y feelings I get after preaching

Oct 18

Oct 18 The Iterative Life

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life practice

abandoning the need for immediate solutions and allowing ourselves to try, notice, and adjust

Sep 9

Sep 9 Confusing Gifts With Grace

Esther

life practice

mistaking ministry activity for spiritual fruit

Feb 5

Feb 5 The Journey Inward

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life practice

the difference between introspection on our own, and turning our gaze inward with God

Jan 22

Jan 22 Family Devotions

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parenting

resources and tips for engaging with the Bible regularly as a family

Aug 7

Aug 7 Operating

Esther

meditation

How it feels to work as a part-time surgeon

May 29

May 29 Wish Less, Hope More

Esther

marriage, life practice

how to deal with disappointment without losing hope

May 22

May 22 The Battle for Peace

Esther

meditation, bible

a meditation on Philippians 4:6-7

Mar 27

Mar 27 Learning to Listen, Learning to See

Esther

bible

repetition morphs meaning: two examples of how repetition during memorization can affect Biblical meaning