Drew Downs

Make a New Normal

practices

  • The season of Lent is famous for its patterns of giving things up. But the purpose of observing Lent is about opening our minds and hearts.

  • As we enter a season full of tradition and desire to remember practices from the past, we are reminded that the season is about change.

  • Living with small children means your mornings are not your own. They are shared experiences that involve making breakfast and coaxing them through their regular morning routines. Breakfast, toothbrushing, getting dressed. My children have a set daily routine. I don’t. And I’m the one who wants one. I’ve often been encouraged to get up early,…