Behold the second collection of Instagram posts in the #onemoreWatts narrative. (You can check out chapter one here.) A RELUCTANT CONFESSION (1/3) Published January 16, 2017 In the last long-winded #onemoreWatts post I mentioned taking casual headshots and a building new website. You deserve an explanation. This is where I open my imaginary little brown paper … Continue reading one more watts: chapter two
As promised, here is chapter one of the story behind our unexpected plot twist: Baby Watts 3.0. The tale has been unfolding officially on Instagram since Christmas but the adventure began in October. I've included the first few post in the #onemoreWatts series below. THE ANNOUNCEMENT Published Dec 31, 2016 The first and last time I … Continue reading one more watts: chapter one
At times, life is stranger than fiction. This is our current reality. There's a storm brewing in our household. I've been casually logging things on Instagram for months but have neglected to properly catalogue all the mayhem. What mayhem, you ask? Just our semi-homelessness, restless life after academia, a bizarre connection to Tennessee, and an unexpected … Continue reading #onemoreWatts and other surprises
My sweet friends. You are not forgotten. It is late and I must publish this now so forgive the errors you are bound to discover. I'm writing this for two reasons. One, it is a way to share general information about Team Watts' state of affairs so that we are not repeating ourselves at each and … Continue reading running in love: an update
Here we are. The day before Easter Sunday. When I began this initative on February 10th I had few preconceived designs of how this would play out. All I knew was that my heart was full of wonder and gratitude and I didn't want the opportunity to express it pass by any longer. Many people, … Continue reading day 40/40: #40shoutouts40days
To my friend Brother Lawrence, Greetings from the digital era. You'll be pleased to know you have your own Wikipedia page now and you've managed to impact my daily routine despite living a partially concealed life of service in 17th-century Paris. Consider this a round of applause for living your life well and teaching me … Continue reading day 39/40: #40shoutouts40days
"Well," he said frankly, "those are exquisite orchids." He tilted his head and an unwarranted look of skepticism spread across his bearded face. His words and his expression were incongruous. I would eventually recognize the look on this man's face but at the time, I didn't know what to think. Leaning in, he squinted to … Continue reading day 38/40 #40shoutouts40days
Dear Tim Keller, My husband and I chose an unusual passage of scripture to be read at our wedding. You know when Jesus discusses how God provides food for the birds and dresses the fields with lilies? Then tells his audience to chill out and quit fretting over what to eat and wear? How romantic, … Continue reading day 37/40: #40shoutouts40days
Dear Terry and Michelle, Do you remember when you risked piloting your leadership course on me, Celeste, Angela, Shaun and Jason in 2003? Bless you. That was pure fun, vital therapy. Considering all the time you spent with us, I practically owe you thousands. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I could legitimately … Continue reading day 36/40: #40shoutouts40days
It's Holy Week and I'm in a pickle. Today is Day 35. This is when my eyes bathe in happy tears and my heart explodes and I have a lot to share. This is the important stuff. (Not to imply that charcuterie and Indian food are not important- they are holy in their own right … Continue reading day 35/40: #40shoutouts40days
ELISSA JOY WATTS 