July 2009
2 posts
Austin — a town that doesn't take itself too...
We moved here in 2005, but Jenny first fell in love with Austin when she lived here as a nanny for her aunt and uncle in the summer of 2000. She instantly fell in love with the rolling hills, tall pecan trees, rich history, and the seemingly contradictory contrast of the city’s vibrant energy and laid back vibe. When we decided to move back to Texas in 2004, there was no question that Austin...
Rejoicing in Suffering
“Adversity is like a strong wind. It tears away from us all but the things that cannot be torn, so that we see ourselves as we really are” - Arthur Goldman
The day that changed my life.
It was cold outside in the early hours of the morning, December 7th, 1995. I was tucked away — snug in my bed. Though the sun had not yet risen, I was awaken by the sound of my Dad’s voice. Through the...