About
Hello, my name is Janell! Here are a few things I have a tendency to get excited sharing about (in no special order):
I am married to a great guy (we said "I Do" in 2004) who looks a lot like actor Chris O’Dowd, we have four busy blessings (ages 9-15), an ever-increasing list of precious foreign exchange teenagers that rotate in and out of our home but are permanantly attached to our hearts, and two dogs who provide endless (albeit ridiculous) entertainment in our busy home…
God’s unconditional love for you and people of all nations. I love learning about different cultures and seeing how the gospel is good news wherever it goes.
A cozy ambiance created with old vinyl records, cinnamon-scented candles, a good book and comfy mid-century furniture.
The beauty of viewing nature from a safe air-conditioned distance. And the challenge of trying new things, hello hiking, cold water swimming and strength training.
Some inspirations: New York City. Jonathan & Jeaneece Schmidt. My Grandpa. Chocolate anything. Beauty & Gratitude. Tim Keller.
Identity.
7. The process of overcoming perfectionism, comparison and insecurity.
- My own journey from the proverbial back pew to the feet of Jesus Christ.
What I hope you’ll find whether having a conversation, listening to the podcast, reading my writing, or hearing me speak, are humble but bold stories about finding something REAL and sharing that REAL with others. My prayer is that everything I share is an invitation saturated with grace, sometimes, a good dose of humor and and an ever-increasing love for Jesus Christ and the REALness He alone offers this world...