Where Wildflowers Grow
Where Wildflowers
Grow
That's So Good.
Just a few of my favorite things:
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A poem I wrote in the midst of deep pain and loss.
Books that have brought me tears, laughter, and peace.
My sweet pup that brings daily silliness.
Verses that keep me grounded in truth.
Walking with Jesus.
A vision from dear friends.
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Hey.
Surrounded by water, engulfed by waves,
caught in the crashing, desperate to be saved.
The boat lurches, side to side, Are we going to flip? Are we going to crash?
Why is HE just sleeping?
Why isn't HE helping? – knowing only HE holds all the power.
Then, a stillness.
I quell the waves, the crashing, the violent sway.
I pause, because I finally draw near to HIM. Crawling, hand and foot, to rest beside HIM.
We meet, at last.
Nothing else exists but me and HIM. And HE looks at me, and I look at HIM, and HE whispers, "Hey." And everything hushes.
And I rest, and I breathe, and I release, knowing I am not alone, Embodying HIS rest.
And I realized that all I "needed" to do was to say "Hey."
Books.
(Just a few of my favorites right now outside of the Holy Bible)
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The Voice of Jesus by Gordon T. Smith
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The Deeply Formed Life by Rich Villodas
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Sacred Sorrow by Michael Card
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Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine
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Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers
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God On Mute by Pete Greig
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Praying Like Monks Living Like Fools by Tyler Staton
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Practicing The Way by John Mark Comer​
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​The Chronicles of Narnia Series by C.S. Lewis
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The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
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What If It's Wonderful? by Nicole Zasowski​
Meet Xylo.
Introducing my adorable golden-doodle, Xylo. A true Colorado dog, he thrives on long hikes and exciting adventures. Xylo inspires me to embrace the joy and connection found in God's magnificent work in the outdoors.
Bible Verses.
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Psalm 23 (for when you feel scared)
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Isaiah 54:10 (for when you need peace)
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​Philippians 1:9-10 (for discernment)
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Matthew 28:20 (for His presence)
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Romans 8:38-39 (for when you feel far)
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Hebrews 13:5 (for when you need joy)
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Psalm 139:7-10 (for when you feel alone)
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Ephesians 1:7 (for when you feel lost)
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1 Peter 5:10 (for when you feel tired)
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Romans 6:14 (for when you need Grace)
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John 15:15 (for a reminder you are chosen)
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James 4:8 (for when God feels far)
Walking with Jesus
My faith and overall stability in Christ have been profoundly grounded by cultivating a "walking relationship" with Jesus. It's more than just a metaphor; walking has always been a place of peace for me. I remember one time, a dear friend and I walked a marathon just to see if we could do it – a testament to the solace and strength I find in putting one foot in front of the other.
I often find myself wandering along my local river trail, listening for God all around me. And in 2024, this personal practice took on a monumental scale as I walked over 600 miles from the South of France to the North Western part of Spain on the Camino de Santiago. This ancient pilgrimage of St. James is a powerful reminder that the simple way of life is often about just getting up, gathering your things, and starting to walk.
This isn't just about belief; it's about an active, ongoing engagement with His presence in the everyday moments of life. It's in the quiet whispers, the gentle nudges, and the consistent sense of His companionship that my spiritual roots have truly deepened. I've discovered that it's the moments in the valley that often bring me the greatest connection and strength, not just the mountain tops.
This intimate connection has become my anchor, providing unwavering peace and guidance through life's storms and joys. It continuously reinforces my reliance on Him as the steadfast foundation of my life.
The Vision.
This vision, like many stories of redemption, begins with pain and loss. The years 2022 and 2023 were undeniably some of the hardest and most devastating of my life. I succumbed to the lie of being alone and unworthy, which led to a series of difficult decisions and choices. At the close of 2023, I reached my breaking point. I vividly recall crying out to God in the Salt Lake City airport bathroom, never feeling this intensity of desperation and tears of great grief before. It was there that He met me. I asked for forgiveness, and together, we rose and began our walk. While we had an established "walking relationship" prior, this felt like an invitation far more than a casual park stroll; He was asking for my entire being to trust in Him as we hike through the mountains together. And so, I did.
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In 2024, I felt a deep sense of belonging and belovedness from God as I moved to the mountains of Colorado. During this time, a vision was spoken over me on two separate occasions by dear friends—a vision of me walking through the middle of a superbloom of wildflowers in the mountains. The first time I heard this, I felt curious and held on to it for later. The second time, spoken over me in prayer, I knew with certainty this was from God. There have been many smaller moments since these two visions that have confirmed this invitation. This is why I am now speaking into existence this theme of wildflowers blooming, a vision set before me that I am excited to accept. At the start of 2025, I was accepted into the Leadership Transformation's Selah School of Spiritual Direction. I have planted a few seeds and eagerly anticipate the superbloom that is to come through this vision and welcoming in to Spiritual Direction.
This is the image I created through AI to help bring to life what was spoken over me in 2024.