Fighting for joy, one day at a time.
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 →
God is so faithful, friends. And I’m so grateful that I get to sit here and write about it. In my last post, I wrote about Psalm 77 and the example that Asaph sets for us of remembering the faithfulness of God to the generations before us. Today I want to chat about the importance... Continue Reading →
Alathia Hayes 