We’ve all been there—you have a "laundry mountain" to climb and a to-do list a mile long, and then an interruption happens. This week, a pair of missing sunglasses and a 15-year-old’s "career fair day" led to a walk I didn't plan, a conversation I didn't expect, and a reminder I really needed.

In this episode, I’m sharing how a small, inconvenient nudge turned into a "God-appointment" involving a classmate’s mom and some talk about Twins Fantasy Camp. We’re looking at Isaiah 55:8 and learning why staying open to interruptions might be more important than finishing our checklists.

In this episode:

• Why we shouldn't ignore those quiet, nagging thoughts.

• Balancing "the list" with being present.

• Finding blessings in the mid-morning walk.

• A quick look at what it’s like to spectate at Twins Fantasy Camp.

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We all have those people who shaped us in ways we didn't realize at the time. This week, Joni pays tribute to a legendary bus driver who taught generations of kids about respect, kindness, and the importance of truly seeing people. From secret water wars (including a barn hose!) to quiet acts of charity for a lonely neighbor, discover why the people God places in our lives for a season leave the longest-lasting impact.

Scripture from this Episode:

• Matthew 25:40 – "Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."

Description: A conversation during Joni's Arizona vacation (the one from Episode 21!) sparked a new mission: handwriting the entire Bible as a gift for her children. In this episode, Joni discusses the "why" and the "how" behind this slow-paced devotional practice. From choosing the 1984 NIV to the necessity of white-out, discover how getting into the Word line-by-line can shift your perspective. Whether you write one verse a day or a whole book, the goal is the same: just start.

Scripture from this Episode:

• Psalm 119:105 – Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

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