The Intersection of Faith and Culture
I have spent a lot of time over the past few months lamenting over what has happened in Ferguson, Missouri. I’ve read news coverage, testimony transcripts, public opinion pieces, and responses from black leaders. And I have watched in horror the video of Eric Garner as he was strangled by […]
Maybe you’ve heard the buzz. Feminism is a hot topic in today’s pop culture. From Beyonce’s definition of feminism in her song “Flawless” to Emma Watson’s speech for the UN’s new campaign for gender equality “He For She,” feminism is making its way to the forefront. I’m writing this letter […]
A toddler’s excited squeal greets me as I step through the front door. Her deep brown eyes dance as she looks up at me from the living room floor, her attention momentarily taken away from the small plastic kitchen set in her chubby little hands. Walking back to the kitchen […]
I started planning my wedding when I was 12. Scouring blogs, magazines, and online bridal vendors was a nightly pastime. I kept a file entitled “Wedding Inspiration” on my computer, and when Pinterest became popular, I quickly filled a board with gorgeous gowns, flawless makeup, and glamorous décor. So I […]