Chrissy Goes to Washington

Capitol Collage

This is where my career started- on Capitol Hill. Like an opening scene from “Chrissy Goes to Washington,” a fresh-faced, idealistic go-getter accepts her first post-grad job in the Capitol Hill office of Michigan’s Republican Governor, moving from rural Upper Michigan to a studio apartment in the shadows of the U.S. Capitol. Every day, she … Read more

The Miracle of a Woman’s Body

This post isn’t about running. It is about finishing a race of sorts. Today was my last day of pumping– my 1+ year breastfeeding “marathon” is now complete. There was no crowd cheering as I crossed this invisible finish line. It was just me, sitting alone in my double-wide rocker-recliner, reflecting on this challenging journey … Read more

RBG Tribute Series: Love Without Bias

Love without Bias How do we become conscious about our unconscious bias? What purpose does our unconscious bias serve? What forms our biases: soul, ego, both? What does Christ have to say about biases? These are all questions swirling in my mind as Justice Ginsburg lies in state at the US Capitol. She is the … Read more

RBG Tribute Series: Dissent with Grace

  Dissent with Grace How do you disagree with those who hold opposing opinions? How do you express your own dissent? This particular quote from Justice Ginsburg resonates with me given the current polarization of our nation, fueled by social media, inflammatory rhetoric, and sensationalized news. All of which begs the question: “How can we … Read more

RBG Tribute Series: Fight for What You Believe In

  What kind of leader do you want to be? We are all leaders, whether we realize it or not. We are leaders in our workplaces, no matter of organizational rank or power. We are leaders in our communities, in our places of worship, and in our homes. Our choices- the way we live our … Read more