Erin’s Blog
Waiting and Disappointment
It's been quite the season for me. Not because big things are happening, but because things are not happening. I'm still waiting to hear back from those who requested more information about my manuscript at the ACFW conference, though honestly this wait was expected and hasn't been too...
End of Summer 2022
The past six weeks have been so busy for me! We had my family reunion, where all my siblings were together for the first time in more than six years, then the school year started, and last week I attended the American Christian Fiction Writers national conference. That was such a special...
Inviting Jesus In
I've written about the beautiful summer I've been enjoying, but I confess the past few weeks have been more difficult. I could list this reason or that why my heart has been weary, but instead I'd like to tell you how I've been inviting Jesus into the situations I'm facing. We usually...
Be Still, And Know That I Am God
Do you have a favorite bird? Although I wouldn't say they are my favorite, I've always found a thrill when spotting a heron. They're so unique from other birds in the places I've lived. They are not really one of the more beautiful birds. I'd describe them as striking more than lovely....
Cultivating a Heart of Gratefulness
Having influence in the life of another is no small matter. We all have our spheres of influence, but a primary one in my life has been the children around me. First as a big sister, then as a teacher, and more recently as an aunt. Influencing young ones is an especially big...
Sweet Summer Joys
I prayed a specific prayer at the end of the school year. It had been an exhausting couple months to reach summer vacation, and as a result I could feel myself shut off a bit from everyone, including the Lord. I came to Him and asked that He would break up the parched places of my heart...
