For a long time, I believed healing was something we were meant to do quietly and alone. Go inward. Be strong. Figure it out. And yes—there is important inner work.…
Welcome to my blog.
This space is devoted to something that matters deeply to me: the safety, dignity, and freedom of children.
Here, I write at the intersection of story and service—drawing from lived experience, volunteer work, and ongoing learning in child protection and trauma-informed care. Some posts will share personal reflections from the field, others will explore how exploitation happens and how it can be prevented, and many will focus on what healing looks like when children are met with presence, play, and love.
This is not a blog meant to overwhelm or frighten. It is an invitation to see more clearly, to listen more deeply, and to recognize that awareness is the first step toward protection. Whether you are a parent, educator, advocate, volunteer, or simply someone who believes children deserve to grow up safe, you are welcome here.
Together, we can learn, bear witness, and take meaningful steps—because looking away is no longer an option.
When I first stepped into the rescue center, I expected the healing to look a certain way — quiet rooms, deep conversations, maybe structured therapeutic activities led by trained professionals.…
Becoming aware of your own triggers and caring for your well-being to minimize re-traumatization is both an inner and outer practice. Here are some approaches: Self-Awareness of Triggers Notice body…
When Tragedy Strikes: Holding Faith and Each Other
This week, heartbreaking news emerged from Kerr County, Texas, where a sudden flash flood along the Guadalupe River swept away a group…
I spent this weekend working in my daughter’s plot in the neighborhood community garden. Not only did I give my body a workout, I gave my emotional spirit a kick…
A friend of mine recently told me about his struggles trying to communicate with his younger brother. He didn’t know what to do next. He said it felt like trying…
Day One: I have never felt God’s presence anywhere as much as I felt it at that safe house. We sat on the edge of a small stage – a…
“Do you believe in fairies? If you believe,” he shouted to them, “clap your hands; don’t let Tink die!” I clap my hands as hard as I can, holding them…
I absolutely love discovering paths built by others long ago. It's thrilling to imagine the hands that crafted them, the hearts that beat with purpose. Who were these trailblazers? What…
When was the last time you thanked God for your freedom? For thousands of children in Cambodia, it is their prayer; and for a few, they give thanks. I thank…
Last year, I joined a mission team that went to Cambodia to work with children who had been rescued from sex trafficking or were at risk children. We learned that…
We knew we would be blessed by them. That's what everyone told us when we departed 14 days ago. The big question was, how would we be a blessing to…
I spent last evening and this morning cutting out fifty paper angels. This is in preparation for the mission trip to Cambodia coming very soon. We just learned that we…
I am preparing to leave on a trip to Cambodia in November. Our team of 13 people will work with Agape International in their fight against sex trafficking of children.…