by Laurie Short | Mar 28, 2016 | Faith, hope, miracles
Coming off the events of Holy week, I’m aware that Easter can feel like a movie you love that you’ve already seen. You get into it. You relish your favorite parts. But you know how the story ends. And that changes the way it is lived out. You don’t...
by Laurie Short | Jan 6, 2016 | Faith, getting "the boot", hope, recovering from foot surgery
When it comes to jobs, relationships, football teams and “The Bachelor”, Getting the boot is not usually something people celebrate. However when it comes to foot surgery, out come the balloons. With the presentation of “the boot” by your...
by Laurie Short | Dec 14, 2015 | bad news, Faith, letting go
“Mom, I got a tattoo.” “Your dad and I are your new Instagram followers.” “Honey, I just saw your dress on another woman across the room.” “Hey Neighbor! My son is starting a garage band.” Depending on your walk in life,...
by Laurie Short | Nov 30, 2015 | Faith, Getting a book published, Intervarsity Press, IVP
It’s a new chapter in the holiday season. With Thanksgiving leaving its mark in our hearts (and on our scales) we are on to Advent. And the promise of an even greater celebration is ahead. Advent gives us a new beginning on the heels of a holiday ending, and we...
by Laurie Short | Nov 12, 2015 | Faith, Perspective
I am in the “contract signing” stage for my new book. And I couldn’t be more excited about my new publisher. The best part is, they are excited too. It’s been a road of ups and downs with this second book. Which shouldn’t be surprising,...