Let’s say you did the work, know your purpose, and are on a path you believe is meant for you. That's wonderful! We should, however, keep in mind that spiritual work is continuous, not something that you do for a period in your life, and then you’re a pro, good to go, and everything will always be alright. You could be saved by grace through faith. It is an amazing experience, a glorious thing, to be aware of God's grace. And all is well—because you trust in the Lord. You cou

This backstory brings me to my travel story. In October of 2022, Mom was stationed in Asheville, North Carolina. I decided to follow my heart and visit her there. We absolutely loved it! I felt so blessed to be able to do this, to spend time with my Mom, and to see the Blue Ridge Mountains. This was before the hurricane Helene tragedy—a devastating tropical cyclone that caused catastrophic rainfall, leading to flooding in North Carolina and Tennessee.