This week, Hartlee Kirk sums up her series on simplicity by showing us how this extends to those around us. I love how she gives us the freedom to “wear” our simplicity according to our personality. What a blessing a few simple steps can extend to so many! Thanks, Hartlee. —————————- Simplicity can bless anybody, but looks different for …
Simplicity: Creating Healthy Calendars
Hartlee Kirk’s guest post rang true today as I watched my fellow train travelers. Eighty-five percent had their head in their phones with a percentage of the rest taking photos of themselves. No, the trip wasn’t a commuter train underground, but amidst some of the world’s most breath-taking mountains: the Swiss Alps. Thanks for reminding me to worship facing my Creator, …
Simplicity Starts at Home
I always wondered why my mother-in-law had an extra closet full of stuff she never wore and now I know! Thanks, guest blogger Hartlee Kirk for inspiring me to do a little spring cleaning in the fall! Bright white walls, a single firm couch without throw pillows, lackluster empty space. This is not my living room, nor do …
Simplicity: Why it Matters
Guest blogger Hartlee Kirk is returning this month for a series on Simplicity. I’m always encouraged by her fresh words, simply served and lived. Join me as we seek refreshment in our lifestyles and outlook. Returning from an afternoon of shopping, you hear the sound of sirens growing louder. Turning the corner, you can not see your house …
The Hardwoods of Marriage
Hartlee Kirk‘s guest post reminds me not only of my early days of marriage, but of deep truths that ring true today as well. No matter where we are in the process of our marriage (or even other relationships), she makes us want to roll up our sleeves and get to work! As he peeled the rusty-orange shag carpet away, …
Parking Lot Life Lessons
Welcome Hartlee Kirk back to Hungry For More. We love it when you visit us with your insights, Hartlee! ——————- “The law declares it a crime. The woman had violated this law; therefore, she was at fault. As she hastily loaded Target bags into her suburban, the man wearing the polo shirt seemed determined to point this out. “You just …
Good Good Parent
I’m excited to welcome Hartlee Kirk back to Hungry For More this week. If you read her last post, she was awaiting the birth of her son. Anderson finally arrived and the new family is doing great. So great in fact, that their story will once again touch your heart. ————————- I stood there, eyes brimming with tears, …
Motherhood: Who’s the Real Maker?
When I asked Martha Kirk to do a couple of guest posts for me, I had no idea that she would ask her daughter-in-law, Hartlee Kirk, to do one of the posts. If you have read Martha’s recent post, you know that she actually wrote about her prayers for Hartlee, even before they knew one another. And today, we have the joy …