belief

Yes, I … {Whole Together Family 15/31}

~ Erika Shirk ~ 1 Comment

Sometimes with these abstract ideas that argue for a deeper story it is easy to be stuck in the idealist world. Straightforward problems with logical answers, often falling into false dichotomies that say things are either one way or the other. Never both. But that just isn't the case. The human experience is so utterly … Continue reading Yes, I … {Whole Together Family 15/31}

A Constant Remixing (Day 2)

~ Erika Shirk ~ 3 Comments

I had some doubt choosing to keep this word as the primary connector of my thoughts this month because sometimes adaptable can take on an overly negative or positive.  For example: it's good to be adaptable when making life changes or simply growing up, but it can be an irksome trait if you simply adapt … Continue reading A Constant Remixing (Day 2)

“You are so fine!” :: Soul Calm {5/31}

~ Erika Shirk ~ 4 Comments

At busy family gatherings or on playdates with my cousins or helping out after the youngest cousins were born, I remember my Aunt Chris always saying, "You are so fine." In response to so many things. I don't remember exactly what at this point in my life, but most often it came when we questioned whether or … Continue reading “You are so fine!” :: Soul Calm {5/31}