Feels like it has been quite a while since I last wrote my thoughts down in a blog. Far too long. Late 2016 through now has been a very dry season in terms of writing for me. Summed up to writers' block and that I had run out of things to say. Tried to force my way through, but quickly found out how dry I had become. I needed some time to re-charge the batteries. Late 2016 coincided with a very dry season for me spiritually. Was feeling remote from God in many ways. Still sensed Him in my life, but the closeness wasn't there. Praying felt like a chore and looking back, I realize I didn't pray as much as I used to. There were other factors that contributed during this season. One thing that did happen was that we left our church. Looking back, this was the best decision I made for my own sanity and my marriage. We didn't quit church. That, I wouldn't recommend. As I have said before, life wasn't meant to be lived alone and community is necessary for each and ...