by Mary Carver | May 12, 2017 | Faith Life
One of my Facebook friends posted a link to an article claiming that a large percentage of people live within 50 miles of their birthplace, commenting that this information was “sad, really.” Since I saw that a few days ago, I’ve found myself arguing...
by Mary Carver | Oct 31, 2012 | Giving Up on Perfect
So as it turns out, writing a 31-day series is HARD! That’s why, as you may have noticed, I kind of slacked off this past week. (What? You didn’t notice? Then never mind.) Today is the last day of my 31 Days series, and I’m just going to leave you...
by Mary Carver | Oct 27, 2012 | My Life
Yesterday in her session about writing what you’re living, Annie Downs reminded us: “It’s your internet!” and “They’re not the boss of you!” As I thought about how to be a perfect conference attender (or not), it occurred to...
by Mary Carver | Oct 24, 2012 | Giving Up on Perfect
Normally, I am really good with names and faces. But the brain is a funny thing. A few weeks ago I spoke at a women’s conference in St. Louis. A few minutes before my last session began, I noticed a woman walk in the room and sit in the front row. Immediately I...
by Mary Carver | Oct 23, 2012 | My Life
You know how they say to never change your hairstyle in the midst of emotional turmoil? Well, they should also tell you to never get a haircut four days before going to a conference. Or after enduring a few big changes in your life. Unless, you know, big changes...
