The Bible is filled with depictions and descriptions of what heaven is like. Each is like a facet of a diamond—revealing a unique aspect of what the kingdom will be. My favorite facet of that diamond is found in Micah 4:4:
"Everyone will sit under their own vine and under their own fig tree, and no one will make them afraid, for the Lord Almighty has spoken."
So much of my own journey is a longing for this—a time and place where I can sit. To not be afraid and to not have to be so concerned with the striving and straining of existing in this world. To simply sit, and be.
The kingdom is here, and yet the kingdom is not here yet. For me, this blog is intended to be a place for thoughts, expressions, and sharing as we sojourn through this land with hope in our hearts.
Why This Site Exists
This site was built with a specific intentionality. While I want to share the lives of my family and my own personal reflections, I have always been wary of the "big platforms." I prefer a space that I can control—one that prioritizes privacy and genuine connection over algorithms.
How the Site Works
To balance the desire to share with the need for privacy, this site uses a tiered access model:
| Access Level | Who can see it? | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Public | Everyone | Random guides, general essays, and public reflections. No login required. |
| Members | Subscribers (Free) | Mostly what this means is that you can opt to get updates here sent to you as email newsletters - but it is required if you want to get access to the Family & Friends content. |
| Family & Friends | Verified Circle | The most personal stuff—family updates (like what I would write for our yearly christmas card) and more unfiltered thoughts. |
Gaining Access
If you would like to see the protected content, the process is simple:
- Create an account: Sign up using the "Subscribe" or "Sign In" buttons.
- Verification: Once you’ve created an account, I will see the notification. Alternatively, you can reach out and let me know you've joined.
- Permission: I will manually grant your account access to the "Family & Friends" content.
Stay in Touch
One of the primary reasons for migrating to this new platform was to fix a long-standing issue with newsletters. By signing in and creating an account, you will automatically receive email updates whenever a new post is published.
Thank you for being part of this journey, for staying in touch, and for being you. If you have any questions or concerns about how the site works, please don’t hesitate to reach out!