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Publish His glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things He does. (1 Chronicles 16:24)

Category: College Thoughts

To Be Wise

  Proverbs 9:9 says, “Instruct the wise, and they will be even wiser. Teach the righteous, and they will learn even more.” This semester, I am (basically) a teacher. I’m scared and overwhelmed, but I’m also ready. I have four beautiful baby Phis in my New Member Education Program, I’m teaching the fifth book of… Read More To Be Wise

January 21, 2015January 8, 2017 jesssirooLeave a comment

3,456 Miles

An end of the year/end of the semester post is due, but I haven’t quite been sure where to start. I’ve learned a lot – I’m always learning – and somehow this chapter of my life has left me feeling confident and confused, whole and broken. But very fulfilled. Is that possible? As far as… Read More 3,456 Miles

December 20, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssirooLeave a comment

(Not) Studying For Finals

Let’s be honest, we’re all thinking about studying for finals, but I can name 10 things (all of which I may or may not be doing myself) “studying” actually entails. Creeping. Instagram. Twitter. Facebook. So many options!!! You’re now well learned when it comes to your cousin’s boyfriend’s sister and her glamorous life. Is that… Read More (Not) Studying For Finals

December 4, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssiroo1 Comment

Let Your Roots Grow

Family. That’s what this post is about. I have to start it that way because I think this is a post that has been a long time coming. I’ve tried starting it time and time again this year, but today is the day, as I’m up in the air listening to an old interview I… Read More Let Your Roots Grow

November 30, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssiroo1 Comment

You, Yes You, Do Deserve the Good Things In Your Life

We’ve all been there: days, weeks, maybe even months of endless bad “luck”. Is luck even real? Is there a pot of gold put at the end of every rainbow by a lucky little leprechaun for those who can solve his riddles? I’m not Irish so I don’t know, but I do know that the… Read More You, Yes You, Do Deserve the Good Things In Your Life

November 1, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssiroo2 Comments

An Open Letter to the Boy I Stopped Chasing

Boy on the Run, When I decided to stop chasing you that meant I had no more to say. But now that you’re in my past, there are a few things I’d like to tell you as someone who once cared for you very much. I’m happier now without fueling the burning fire I had… Read More An Open Letter to the Boy I Stopped Chasing

October 26, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssiroo7 Comments

Not One In A Million, But Good Enough

It’s been a while. I’ve thought about my next post quite often actually, but I can’t seem to conjure up a solid idea. Right now, I’m at Holden High School doing my teaching observations (honestly I probably shouldn’t be blogging but the science class I’m in is testing so there isn’t much teaching to observe)… Read More Not One In A Million, But Good Enough

October 15, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssirooLeave a comment

Mizzou

I bleed black and gold. I’m a tiger at heart, determined and fierce. I’m one in a million, drowning in life lessons. I break the rules in a piece of the world where there’s only one rule you should follow: have fun. And I got out. I got out a lot sooner than most. Maybe… Read More Mizzou

September 20, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssirooLeave a comment

Calling It Like It Is

God puts it on my heart to write. I guess I’ve always known that, even in the days of hiding in my room behind my journal, but I’ve never called it like it is. I always saw my writing as a hobby, something I’m good at and enjoy doing, but I’ve never seen it like… Read More Calling It Like It Is

September 15, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssiroo1 Comment

Addicted to the Road

There’s plenty I could be doing right now instead of blogging. I’ve actually been putting off my homework for 24 hours now (perk of having class Monday, Wednesday and Friday) because last night I had to watch the season finale of Bachelor in Paradise with my mom and today I had the opening shift at… Read More Addicted to the Road

September 9, 2014January 8, 2017 jesssiroo1 Comment

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I don’t think I’ve ever been disappointed in this girl, but I have had the privilege to walk alongside her as her coach and teacher through several disappointments in both of our lives (as well as several milestone moments). The thing about disappointments, though, is that there’s all a lot of love (and hugs) there too.
Big life changes… I’m a master and a mama now.
Doing something a little new on the blog here, except it’s not so new because it’s how my writing career started 10 years ago: reporting! It was an honor and privilege to write this piece on behalf of the @summithickorypitbbq family. This picture is a throwback to me working there over winter break my freshman year of college 🤗❤️
Last time I posted was in honor of Jesus’s birthday, so I guess it’s only fair my next post celebrates His resurrection.
Life’s been as crazy as 70° weather in Missouri on Christmas Eve… but I’ll take it because nothing makes me happier than spending time outside with my three favorites.
Today was the most productive day I’ve had in a few weeks.

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