Janelle Delagrange

Community: Me vs. The World

I’ve been talking about community over the past few weeks because it’s difficult for me. I had a strong community when I was younger, but once life became filled with kids and work and stress, I ignored the need for community. It’s easy to overlook. It’s difficult to return. So, I’m gonna hit on aContinue reading “Community: Me vs. The World”

Coming Back to Community

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about community; what it means, how I struggle with it, and how I want to become better at being “community minded”. But you know what’s difficult about it? Beyond the awkward stages of learning about others, being vulnerable, and being intentional, there’s a certain amount of trust thatContinue reading “Coming Back to Community”

The Purpose of Writing

I often find it weird or unusual to call myself a blogger. When someone talks to me about my writing, I feel partly embarrassed because honestly, it can feel silly to be vulnerable with an unknown audience. You read my stuff? You think it’s good? Really?

Community: Does It Matter?

I’ve been a stay-at-home mom for two and half years. It’s not exactly a luxurious job. There are lonely days, secluded days, tear-laden days. But also, joyful, wonderful, hopeful days. I’ve been reading a new blog recently that has challenged me a lot. The Tapestry is currently doing a series of 31 Days of ExploringContinue reading “Community: Does It Matter?”

Twenty-four

Two days from now, I’ll be 24. I love birthdays, I love celebrating other people’s’ birthdays. But this year…whoosh. This year I am 24, pregnant on my birthday (again, for the third time), two kids in tow, not even married four years, starting a small business, feeling kind of crazy. Don’t get me wrong, IContinue reading “Twenty-four”

Modern Day Woman: Who Are You?

Through him [Jesus] we received both the generous gift of his life and the urgent task of passing it on to others who receive it by entering into obedient trust in Jesus. You are who you are through this gift and call of Jesus Christ! Romans 1:5-6, The Message Do you every wonder that? WhoContinue reading “Modern Day Woman: Who Are You?”