Alyssa FarrellJan 1, 20212 min read2020: Blessed are the DepletedThis past year, we felt dangerously out of control. Not like roller coaster feelings of exhilaration: Tightly gripping the seat for a...
Alyssa FarrellNov 17, 20202 min readGod's Steadiness (in my Mountain and Valley Emotions)Imagine the zigzagging line on a heart rate monitor, zipping up and down like lighting. This jagged course looks like a rugged...
Alyssa FarrellOct 22, 20202 min readTattoos & Imperfections: Learning Authentic Self-expressionTattoos. Most people tell me it would be hard to find something to physically express on their bodies the rest of their lives. They are...
Alyssa FarrellFeb 16, 20192 min readAll the Places I Used to LoveI can remember sitting in my closet, begging the tears to come as memories with my best friend shrouded my mind. Just moments before, I...
Alyssa FarrellDec 8, 20181 min readSpiritually Blue“Will the Lord spurn forever, and never again be favorable? Has his steadfast love forever ceased? Are his promises at an end for all...
Alyssa FarrellSep 1, 20182 min readThe Gift of EverythingThe sun rose calmly over the long stretch of mountains in the Fijian islands as my team climbed into our van and departed for Nawaka...
Alyssa FarrellJul 14, 20182 min readMy Dear Love-deprived WorldMy heart was pounding as my bus pulled over to the side of the road. I had never witnessed to people on the streets before. But here I...