I’ve always felt like I’ve never quite fit in. Besides being (slightly) socially awkward, that sense of belonging in cultural groups has often been fuzzy for me. You see, my mom is black and from Portland, Oregon and my dad is Latino and from Panamá City, Panamá. I can remember how confusing it was to …
It’s so interesting to me that I felt so internally focused this birthday. I had no desire for a gathering with lots of people nor did I feel like I needed to get all dressed up. I didn’t feel sad nor did I finish 26 badly, it’s just my focus was not on celebrating outwardly …
As I finished my corporate workday, this question continued to be asked of me “…But Lauren, who do you say you are?” I’d think on it for a second and then lose focus and continue on with my work. After the 4th time I figured I should probably take the question seriously. If God’s asking …
Snow days. First and foremost, I haven’t felt this freedom since college. Snow days were like getting an extra day back on your calendar. And these last few days, I’ve used it as my excuse to not leave the house. It’s been pure bliss my friends. I’ve been able to knock out some wedding planning. …
If you’re looking at your mountain and it feels impossible, I challenge you to take a walk down memory lane. How’d you get to this point? This morning I found myself in the book of Numbers with the Children of Israel (I often read an aspect of The Children of Israel story and think they’re …
I’d say I’m past the days of shooting for perfection, yet I still find myself clinging and holding tightly to the idea of it. That “if I just do ____________ , it’ll be just right” type attitude. But that type of perspective throws off aim and focus. Forgetting what I’m doing “it” for in the …
I’ve never had to work so hard in my life. I don’t mean that in a dramatic way, I just don’t think I’ve ever had to work so much. Up to this point, it feels like a lot of things either came naturally or just weren’t that hard. Sure, there have been some difficult moments, …
I think one of the things I’ve enjoyed most about moving and meeting new people is hosting. If you know me, you know I love to feed people (I get it from my momma), and I’ve found that I enjoy connecting people as well. There’s something about being a host and helping create an atmosphere …