a coffee date...

If we were on a coffee date, I would tell you that all I want to do is sleep in, make cinnamon rolls, and curl up with a good book for 293,876 days.

If we were on a coffee date, we would talk about Planned Parenthood and ISIS and Ashley Madison and all the brokenness in this world. It is interesting to see that these are no longer “Christian” issues, but basic human rights issues.

If we were on a coffee date, we would talk about how I can’t wait for El Nino this Fall/Winter. Cold weather doesn’t scare me… I own multiple Columbia jackets. Also, PUMPKIN SPICE LATTES. Too soon? #sorrynotsorry

If we were on a coffee date, I would share this quote with you:

“There are years that ask questions, and years that answer.”

– Zora Neale Hurston in Their Eyes Were Watching God

If we were on a coffee date, I would ask you for prayer for me this week, because Jesus needs to really show up in certain areas.

If we were on a coffee date, I would tell you that I am really dwelling on the idea of brokenness. Our world is broken, which means things will inevitably break; hearts, trust, families, marriages, dishwashers, and plastic toys. Things break. But it is not letting that brokenness define that area of life. Do not let a broken trust ruin your for trust; do not let a broken heart ruin you for love; do not let a broken family ruin you for the hope of a loving, Christ-centered family.

If we were on a coffee date, I would tell you that I am still praying “Jesus, just please.”

                      If we were on a coffee date, what would you like to talk about?

a coffee date...

If we were on a coffee date, we would sit by the big windows, letting the sun in, soaking in all the people watching.

If we were on a coffee date, we’d talk about Dressember. Typically, I am against the idea of social media as a platform for real change. BUT, the heart behind this is rooted in truth and advocacy and awareness. I am thankful to participate in something that aids towards acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly.  

If we were on a coffee date, we’d talk about the fear of rejection and my light bulb moment this past month.

If we were on a coffee date, I’d confess to watching too many episodes of 19 Kids & Counting and bawling my eyes out as these girls leave their families and get married. The Duggar Family is such a beautiful, loving, close-knit unit and I love that they display Christ in such a lovely way. Sure, sometimes they seem a little unorthodox and counter cultural, but we can’t say they don’t love each other and the Lord. Well done, Duggars, well done!

If we were on a coffee date, I would tell you all about what I am learning through reading 1 & 2 Peter right now, and that the Lord is doing some serious work in my heart through those pages.  

If we were on a coffee date, I’d ask you what you have planned for Christmas and how you feel about it all.

*These posts are inspired by this lady. She's a new favorite.*