I readily admit that I purchased this book solely based on the title and cover. I had read one other book by the author, Katherine Reay, so this looked like a fun and safe bet. Of Literature and Lattes was, …
Category: Aleassa Writes
Rambling, Vulnerable Post About the Future of This Blog
It’s been a minute since I’ve been on this page. Warning: super vulnerable, rambling post here. I’ve been wrestling with decisions regarding this blog. If you could only see inside my brain! I won’t bore you with all I’ve been …
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Two Paths Emerge in a World of Fear
In a dark and noisy world of fear, two paths emerge. One is an illusion. One leads to joy. As much of the world is doing lately, I’ve found myself meditating on the subject of fear. Fear is trying to …
That Time I had a Giant Pegboard Hanging in my Kitchen
Last year, we rented a house with a big empty wall between the kitchen and dining room. I knew that was where the coffee bar belonged, but didn’t actually have any furniture or shelving or anything else that would work …
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Sink
We live on an island that is surrounded by the Mesoamerican Reef, the second largest barrier reef in the world. Thousands of tourists visit every year to snorkel and dive in our crystal clear waters. I’m not very good at …
Dream in Color
At least 20 years—that’s how long it took between the time Joseph dreamed his dreams and the time God brought those dreams to pass. I wonder if he ever asked God why he gave him those dreams at all. I …
On Identity
Who are you? Who am I? Sometimes, our perspective on the topic of identity can get a little distorted. There are several titles I could use to describe myself, so I might respond to this question with at least one …
Don’t Fail to Do Something – A Thought After Reading The Hole in Our Gospel
“Don’t fail to do something, just because you can’t do everything.” The emphasis here, I believe, isn’t on the words, “Don’t fail,” but on the words, “Do something.” This phrase from the book, The Hole in Our Gospel, by Richard …
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On Ministry, Kingdom Building, and Grace
Perhaps the biggest personal frustrations in what we refer to as ministry—whether that be the ministry of marriage, or family, or missions, or church-planting, or teaching, or lay ministry—come as the natural results of our own striving selves. So easily …
The Girl Who Complained About Snow
Five years ago today. I look at this old picture and I see so many things. I see a guy who has always been willing to do anything for anyone, and never complains about it. I see a lot of …
