“When the pieces seem too shattered to gather off the floor, when all that seems to matter is I don’t feel you anymore. No, I don’t feel you anymore. I need a reason to sing.” Reason to Sing – All Sons and Daughters April is the month that always reflects the state of my heart. I live in the ... [keep reading]
Can You Hear God in the Rhythm of Your Life?
I became a mom by acquiring children. Let me explain. I am not a biological mother; all of my children have come into my heart and home through unconventional means. Some planned by me, some unplanned…but all, of course, Divinely ordained. One of my biggest mom-challenges has been figuring ... [keep reading]
You Weren’t Designed to Do This Alone
Lately, I’ve been distracted with thoughts of what is going on in the world these days. Honestly, how can I maintain normalcy and try and keep everything afloat while my school-aged kids are now at home? My heart and mind are overwhelmed by trying to keep my family feeling safe and secure as I ... [keep reading]
3 Ways to Find Joy in Any Parenting Season
I’m so tired of waking up every two hours. I can’t wait until my baby sleeps longer. This thought ran through my mind almost every night as a new mom. Those middle-of-the-night feedings rocked my world, and I couldn’t wait to graduate to the next phase. The only problem was that once I got ... [keep reading]
How to Find a New Rhythm When Life Seems Out of Sync
One of the hardest things moms struggle with is taking time for ourselves. Our days are filled with caring for everybody else's needs and then, if we have time, maybe our own. Society tells us we have to do more and be more to be the best mother for our kids. It’s no wonder we struggle with mom ... [keep reading]
3 Things You Can Do Right Now to Help Your Child (and Yourself) Overcome Fear and Worry
Last Saturday I did my usual: get up early, go to the gym, and head to the grocery store to grab a few things. I like to go to Fred Meyer because it has a Starbucks, and I get to enjoy my coffee while leisurely rolling my cart down the aisles. Usually no one out is out Saturday mornings, so it feels ... [keep reading]
Do You Have 10 Minutes to Spend on Yourself?
It starts from the minute we hold our babies in our arms. Our needs become second as we wake up in the middle of the night to feed, rock, and soothe. Soon our babies become toddlers, and our time is consumed with keeping them out of danger, calming their tantrums, and training them out ... [keep reading]
Finding God’s Purpose in Every Season
For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time ... [keep reading]
Trusting God’s Love When Yours Falls Short
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I think it’s nearly impossible for us to give our kids all the things they need. I often wonder, “Did I give them enough hugs today? Did I tell them I love them today? Did my actions show them I love them today?” The list goes on and on. As parents, we can feel ... [keep reading]
Learning to Follow the Way of Grace
When I think of the word love, so many definitions come to mind. There’s brotherly love and romantic love, of course. But the word can also mean compassion, sacrifice, nurture, affection, generosity, devotion, sympathy, and a thousand other things. One word that has risen above the rest for me ... [keep reading]
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