Love this. I just wrote guidelines for curriculum writers about using part of the Deborah story with children. Not easy, with the whole tent peg scene, but they need to see strong female leadership in the Bible. Related, I just saw the Barbie movie and have some thoughts that might get shared later.... Also, SUP and your kid’s creativity—wow!
1. I'm going to have to come visit so I can try paddle boarding with y'all--WAY to go, Jen!!!
2. Jael was always my favorite Biblical woman (with Deborah high on the list) the idea of being a bad ass BECAUSE she's a 'Mother in Israel' is absolutely awesome and probably a little mind blowing for a few of our more conservative friends--but that story should be every pastor's Mothers' Day sermon!
Agreed! It would make a *great* mother’s day sermon! Especially since it takes the focus off mother-child relationships for those who typically find mother’s day difficult.
“Bryan started expressing an interest in SUP last summer, and I have to admit that I passive-aggressively avoided the subject. (Bryan always says I do things aggressive aggressively, but this is my newsletter.) I think I’m allergic to activities that require gear and prior planning and logistical effort to participate in. I hate the idea of getting ready to go (see also yoga studios, camping, and joining a gym), but once I am doing that thing I enjoy myself.” This gave me a good chuckle. The subtitle of my post tmw is adventure is bad planning and involves some grappling with gear and the work to have fun. So digging this. I love paddle boards - I find them easy to transport and super relaxing.
I did find Thomas’s video “Cars from above” to be really well done. A quiet stealthy meditation that just sidles up and asks, what are you doing here. Really, what.
Like a cat looking for head scritches, but even more existential.
Comforting and awakening, both. Very grateful to you both, creator and sharer.
Love this. I just wrote guidelines for curriculum writers about using part of the Deborah story with children. Not easy, with the whole tent peg scene, but they need to see strong female leadership in the Bible. Related, I just saw the Barbie movie and have some thoughts that might get shared later.... Also, SUP and your kid’s creativity—wow!
We saw Barbie this weekend! Looking forward to your thoughts.
1. I'm going to have to come visit so I can try paddle boarding with y'all--WAY to go, Jen!!!
2. Jael was always my favorite Biblical woman (with Deborah high on the list) the idea of being a bad ass BECAUSE she's a 'Mother in Israel' is absolutely awesome and probably a little mind blowing for a few of our more conservative friends--but that story should be every pastor's Mothers' Day sermon!
Agreed! It would make a *great* mother’s day sermon! Especially since it takes the focus off mother-child relationships for those who typically find mother’s day difficult.
Jen, you had me at 'strong in the middle'!!! WHICH YOU NAILED ON THAT SUP, BY THE WAY!!!
Such a great post - thank you for another great read.
“Bryan always says I do things aggressive aggressively” omg yesss. Is there any other way to be? Very happy for you on your SUP journey!
“Bryan started expressing an interest in SUP last summer, and I have to admit that I passive-aggressively avoided the subject. (Bryan always says I do things aggressive aggressively, but this is my newsletter.) I think I’m allergic to activities that require gear and prior planning and logistical effort to participate in. I hate the idea of getting ready to go (see also yoga studios, camping, and joining a gym), but once I am doing that thing I enjoy myself.” This gave me a good chuckle. The subtitle of my post tmw is adventure is bad planning and involves some grappling with gear and the work to have fun. So digging this. I love paddle boards - I find them easy to transport and super relaxing.
Circling back --
I did find Thomas’s video “Cars from above” to be really well done. A quiet stealthy meditation that just sidles up and asks, what are you doing here. Really, what.
Like a cat looking for head scritches, but even more existential.
Comforting and awakening, both. Very grateful to you both, creator and sharer.
"Be strong in the middle" seems like extremely versatile life advice.
I also tend to avoid any activity you have to prep/plan for. I'd rather just get on my bike, you know?