pursuing a life of purpose
Have you ever known an addict who just begged you for another hit of whatever they’re into, and they cry and whine and plead and promise things and you just get really worn out from being a sober companion? Do you seriously consider giving in so you can get one freaking evening to yourself without […]
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Okay, folks. Let’s set the stage. King Nebuchadnezzar was King of Babylon in 605 A.D., and was a powerful ruler. Whenever he raided a country, he took the most talented and useful people back with him to Babylon. He ripped off the young, flawless, handsome, winsome, and well-informed. Then he gave them food and training […]
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(The Long Center / Blue Lapis Light Production) I am blessed to know creative people. People who understand the need to create, and honor their gifts, and offer sacrifices with a brush or a song or a poem. So a few nights ago I spread out a blanket in front of the sweeping Austin skyline […]
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(courtesy of Pottery Barn Kids) I admit it. I’ve completely fallen in love with the childhood décor of our generation and current obsession of all hipster children’s magazines on the planet– the cute little owl. They are pink and green and patchwork with button eyes and cute little feet dangling from their stuffed calico bodies. […]
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I love getting my hair done. It makes me feel fresh and pretty. Well my BLOG just got a new fresh new look as well, and it also feels so wonderful. I’m giddy about the new look, like fresh laundry brought in off the line and a clean kitchen that smells of Pine Sol. However, […]
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(1) Yes, I realize that feeding the dog one scoop of food is something we have to do every single day, and this chore is extremely onerous. But somehow, I know you’ll overcome. (2) Yes, you have lovely teeth. No, they don’t at all look large, protruding like boulders out of your very small mouth. (3) Please stop squirting […]
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I wasn’t sure why I went, really, to this retreat full of writers and strangers all focused on Dreaming Big. In Nebraska, for goodness sakes. I was at the airport with a heavy heart, telling myself to turn around and go back, back toward piles of undone and unfolded and unclean. But it was already […]
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“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine […]
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We were born into this world seeking relationships. We are members of teams and classes and towns and clubs. We were created for community, resting safely in the notion that we are never, ever alone. Adam needed Eve and mothers need daughters and we are drawn to fellow artists, Christians, comedians, football fans, runners, and […]
[Continue reading...](1) Every time I look at a gossip magazine in the grocery store I see a column that reads “Stars are just like us!” with a picture of Jennifer Garner at the Farmer’s Market or Gwen Stefani buying her kid an ice cream. But I never see these people wearing ill-fitting workout gear accidentally running […]
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Hello! My name is Amanda Hill and I'm a writer and lawyer in Austin, Texas. Take your time to look around, and welcome!
