Fighting for joy, one day at a time.
Hiya folks. I was reading through Psalms 23 recently and I decided to write some poetry of my own; a series of haikus actually. This life is painful, but I'm grateful for glimpses of restoration I have experienced in my life. It points me towards to the hope we have of ultimate restoration in Christ.... Continue Reading →
I have had a lot of swirling thoughts surrounding the growing phenomenon of deconstruction. Please, bear with me here. This is the first time I’ve attempted to put those thoughts into words with some semblance of sense. I would also ask you to keep an open mind and heart to this conversation. I believe it... Continue Reading →
Imagine with me for a moment that you are attempting to reconnect with an old friend. Maybe you’ve met up for a cup of coffee, or some other informal thing. One glance across the table will tell you that the years have changed your friend; changed you both really. You smile awkwardly and make small... Continue Reading →
I groggily got out of bed yesterday to make myself coffee, just like I do on most Sundays. Routine. Predictable. Normal. I reached for the coffee filters in the cupboard and realized I was almost out. Upon the realization that I’ve been living in my own place long enough to use an entire package of... Continue Reading →
This blog post contains wording about suicide that some may find triggering. If you need immediate support, please call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or text 741741. Suicide prevention is a topic that matters very much to me. Raising awareness about mental health trauma, specifically within faith and chronic pain communities, is a burden... Continue Reading →
Alathia Hayes 