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Patience is one of the hardest skills to master, yet it is also such an important skill as well. Maybe it is because I am still young and eager to get my life going, but patience is something that I have always had to work extremely hard to have. Whenever I want something done, I always want it done as soon as possible. Now this can be a good skill as well, allowing me to be productive and proactive on certain things. But it is also the cause of unnecessary stress and expecta

A theme that keeps coming up in my devotions lately has been remembrance. My usual quiet time structure is to read one Psalm, two Old Testament chapters (going through chronologically and am currently in Exodus), and one or two New Testament chapters (currently reading Mark). I have noticed that in all three places of the Bible that I read from daily, there is a consistent theme of the importance remembering what God has done. In Exodus, a one of Israel’s recurring sins is

The world moves fast, often pushing us to rush through every interaction. It is easy to become tired, stressed, and/or distracted as we go through the motions of life. Without intentionally seeking to do good to others, kindness can get brushed to the side without a second thought as we rush from one thing to the next. But kindness is what everyone needs today. Not something performative or with ulterior motives, but an action that can often be small and unseen by everyone bu

In every season of life—whether you’re growing in your career, managing a busy home, preparing for motherhood, or building a small business—one truth remains constant: systems make everything smoother. They turn chaos into clarity, prevent mistakes before they happen, and give you the freedom to focus on what matters. No matter how skilled or disciplined we are, success becomes more sustainable when we have routines in place that support us. Why Systems Matter A good syst

“Don’t leave all your eggs in one basket” is a common saying, but there is a lot of deeper meaning behind it. The concept of diversification is a powerful one, and one that can be applied to many things in life. Spreading risk and avoiding reliance on single factors is a very important way to live a stable and healthy life. Life inherently involves volatility; Some days everything is going your way and the next nothing is going your way. As a student of Economics and Finance

I am currently 9 months pregnant (really 8 months, 3 weeks, and 6 days at the time of writing this) which means that I have been pregnant for all of 2025 so far. Some would say that my pregnancy wasn’t the most pleasant, but I am also sure that others would say it was better than some. As I come to the end of my pregnancy, I have learned that doing bookkeeping and data entry for a government contractor is a lot like bringing a child into the world. Both call for patience wh

My favorite hobby is crocheting. I just started a new project a couple days ago, and it made me think of how much you have to trust the process in the beginning. As the maker, I know what it is supposed to become, but if anyone catches me working on it early on, it’s hard for them to tell what the end product will be. As I thought about this, I reflected on how the same concept mirrors life. The crochet projects I enjoy the most are wearables, which take thousands of stitc

One of my favorite philosophies I live by is to have an open mind that is willing to hear anyone out and truly consider how another person thinks. One area I find this philosophy extremely important is in debate. Unfortunately, it is very common nowadays to debate with a closed mind, unwilling to even consider your opponent’s argument. I’ve seen many people around me argue in this way, which completely defeats the purpose of debate if you aren’t even thinking about what the o

Pure Michigan is often associated with the state’s lakes, dunes, and forests—and for good reason. Michigan is defined by its natural landscape, from the Great Lakes shoreline to inland forests and open spaces. I grew up here, and that environment is a big part of why I value the state and continue to call it home. Beyond its natural beauty, Michigan also plays a practical role in supporting the defense industry. The state has a long-standing manufacturing base and a workfor

Have you ever met people who refuse to work toward understanding or compromise, even when clear evidence is presented? From my experience, when some individuals don’t get their way, they can become extremely unpleasant, especially when money is involved! How should I, as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, respond to such people? If I were honest, most of the time I tend to respond similarly, with a lot of frustration added, and that never accomplishes anything. The

November brings time to reflect on the things that you are grateful for. The end of the year starts to speed up with the start of the holidays, but time is built in to slow down and be intentionally grateful. The small things that happen little by little every day stack up quietly, easy to overlook, yet they are the things that make life feel sweet and full. These are the things that help to keep you grounded and hopeful. A few examples of small things to be grateful for ar

Since Thanksgiving is tomorrow, I wanted to write this blog a bit about how important a strong family is in creating a strong individual. What separates the connection between family and other people in one’s life is that blood bond. No matter what you do, your mother will always be your mother, father always your father, siblings always your siblings. With this comes the tradition and expectation that these people who you will always share this physical bond with should alwa

The holiday season is often described as the most joyful time of the year, but for many people, it has quietly transformed into one of the most overwhelming. What should be a period of reflection, gratitude, and connection can easily become buried beneath a mountain of obligations. The nonstop demands of shopping, planning, travel, and social events create a pace that overshadows the very things the holidays were meant to celebrate. In the rush to make everything perfect, we

Time passes by so quickly before you even realize it. By the time I am writing this, it is the end of September, and I could have sworn it was just January. So many things have happened in the month of September, and it has made me realize how fast time can pass, and in that span of time how easy it is to take life for granted. As humans, especially in today’s society, we get so comfortable in our normal routines in our everyday lives. Once something happens that changes tha

This statement from John MacArthur really struck me when I first read it … “You are never more like God than when you love your enemies.” This statement is based on Matthew 5:44, "But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you".  This verse commands believers to: Love our enemies. Do good to those who hate us. Bless those who curse us. Pray for those who pe

Leadership growth doesn’t happen in isolation. While experience and education are valuable, one of the most powerful drivers of professional development is networking. Building genuine connections with other leaders, peers, and industry professionals provides opportunities to exchange ideas, gain fresh perspectives, and challenge the way you approach decision-making. Networking isn’t just about meeting people — it’s about creating relationships that expand your thinking and s

“For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater:   So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.” ~ Isaiah 55:10-11 One thing I love to do is walk outdoors while it’s drizzling. Somethin

Let me start with this: I don’t hate my job. In fact, I genuinely enjoy bookkeeping. I like making sense of things that feel messy. I like systems, clean records, and knowing that the work I do helps keep a business steady and compliant. Bookkeeping gives me a quiet sense of accomplishment—especially when everything finally ties out. But even work you enjoy can feel heavy in certain seasons. And caring for a newborn while showing up consistently at work is one of those s

“And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah: and I have filled him with the spirit of God…” Exodus 31:1-2, KJV In church this month, my class has been going through the book of Exodus. Exodus is a rich and wonderful book, full of miracles, wonders, rules, revelations, and God’s will for the young nation of Israel made manifest. In the passage I quoted though, there is a peculiar thing. Th

Having done multiple assessments for personal and professional development, I typically can determine pretty quickly what I am when I look at a new assessment. I did the Working Genius (WG) Assessment and surprisingly, I couldn’t just pick out what was me, instead it was enlightening. I believe it was so because of the way this assessment breaks down the areas in which I thrive and those in which I do not. Most people can work in multiple areas. If they can do the job/task,