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…
overwhelmed
Autism: 5 Things Moms Can’t Say
A recent visit with a dear friend was highlighted with the phrase, “I can’t say this to too many people.” Our hearts shared openly, knowing…
Is Motherhood a Burden?
My thoughts lead me down a path that I do not believe I am intended to go, but the path stretches before me and elicits…
When You Feel Like Giving Up
One of my children is currently testing my patience to the max. The other day, it had been an especially trying day, and I was…
Holy Spirit MOMent
Allow me so share with you how I experience the Holy Spirit … and how the Holy Spirit helps me. I am feeling overwhelmed. Alone….
Living in a Cracker Box
Sometimes I feel like I’m living in the bottom of an old cracker box—full of crumbs and cracker dust. Seriously, everywhere I look is a…
My Most Memorable Day
It’s one of the most memorable days of my life. I sat looking out of the passenger window with a blank stare on my face….
My Window Is Closing
Several years ago, when I was going through foster parent training, I attended a class about parenting children in crisis. The speaker described how we…
Best Mom Award Goes to … (Not Me)
“Mommy! Today was funny hat day! We didn’t wear hats! You forgot the hats!” That’s how my kindergartner and first grader greeted me after school…
Letter to a Tired New Mom
To a weary woman— Does your time to read blog posts feel expensive right now? Maybe you’re reading this with a bottle in your hand…