Messy story of the week Linda has been thinking a lot since the last conversation. Not about what James said, but about what she does when things feel uncertain. How she tightens her grip. How she manages outcomes. How she stays busy so she doesn’t have to feel how vulnerable love can be. It...

    Messy story of the week James didn’t wake up planning to be sharp. But by mid-morning, the tone in the house had shifted. A comment from Linda landed sideways. A reminder felt like criticism. Before he realized it, his responses were clipped, defensive, and just a little louder than necessar...

    Messy story of the week Linda is exhausted, but not in a dramatic way. She’s the one who remembers permission slips, keeps track of who needs what, notices when someone’s tone has shifted, and makes sure everyone gets to church mostly on time. She prays. She tries to respond thoughtfully ins...