I’m Just An Imperfect Mama Like You
On the other side of my chicken nuggets and lemonade sat my friend, a mom of four with a baby on her knee, struggling to…
Winning the Cultural War in Our Homes
I recently heard a minister on the radio say that as Christians, we should live our lives like we’re on a war ship, not a…
Launching Our Children Like Arrows
This past fall a photo stream of parents dropping their kids off at college filled my social media newsfeeds. Proud, teary eyed parents, beaming teenagers,…
Teaching Our Kids The Importance Of A Lifelong Marriage
Recently my 80-year-old grandparents celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Their children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends, and loved ones celebrated with a reception in their honor….
Being The “Different Mom”
I sat poolside among a few other moms, our bare feet dangling in the water. The hot sun beat down on the pavement as we…
Taking Respite As A Mom
My two daughters and I recently attended a Mother/Daughter Conference at Pine Cove Camp in Tyler, TX. After a grueling 7-hour trip due to standstill…
Using Your Passions for the Glory of God
As we age, we start to look back on our lives and see how God had a plan. We can see how Romans 8:28 applies…
Five Truths to Teach My Daughter Before Kindergarten
A few months ago, I wrote a post about savoring the last year with my daughter at home before she starts kindergarten. I like to…
Sexual Purity
There is a prayer I pray often for my two girls: Lord, please give them the desire, the courage, and the fortitude to remain sexually…
Getting Out the Door without Running over My Children
There we are again, all buckled in and driving down the road. I’m at the wheel. My two girls are behind me strapped in their…