Last year for Mother’s Day, all I wanted was a nap. If you’re like me, you think you have the energy to take on an army of a schedule and…
Faith
Learning to Say Yes to Less
We can truly rest when we begin to embrace simplicity – understanding that we cannot do it all. Moms, we do not have an infinite supply of energy. although our…
Truth For When Life Falls Apart
Have you ever had the unpleasant realization that what you thought was true, about certain people or parts of your life, wasn’t actually true? I have. I felt like what…
Just Keep Praying
If there’s one thing that I believe wholeheartedly, power and freedom lie within the intentional act of prayer. Nothing will keep you on your knees and in constant conversation with…
A Good Prayer
We moms have a zillion concerns for our kids. It doesn’t take long to discover that we as parents need all the help we can get. But an interesting transition…
Building Bravery
How do we build bravery in our kids when the big scary monsters aren’t just under the bed? Maybe you’re like me and “Be Brave” is something you’ve said…
Battling the Joy Suckers of Motherhood
“Mom.” The insistent whisper pried my reluctant eyes open in the half-light of dawn that was slowly creeping across our bedroom. The view from my soft, welcoming pillow showed my…
Hoping for a Small Miracle
The dreaded honey-do list is absolutely one of this single mom’s biggest struggles. It goes without saying that there are challenges involved with single parenting, particularly for a mom…
An Empty Vessel: The Need for Time with God
A few minutes ago, I sank into my chair and stared at the blank computer screen. I poised my fingers over the keys and waited … and waited some more….
6 Ways to Find Freedom From the Frenzy This Christmas
Christmas is my favorite time of year, but it hasn’t always been that way. For many years I looked at December as a list of duties and obligations. The decorations,…