My writing isn't always about motherhood specifically, in fact it often isn't, but when we learn to put Jesus first, we learn to thrive in all areas of our lives, including motherhood. I write as the Lord guides me and hope to encourage others through my story as it unfolds…
I'm in the habit of choosing a word for each year. I started this several years ago because I was inspired by a friend's Instagram post about this practice. It has been a valuable tool to grow closer to the Lord and keep focus on things He is trying to…
Has Christmas lost its sparkle this year? Maybe a loved one has passed away or you are in a hard season of life. Maybe you've come to see the emptiness of what the culture thinks Christmas should be. If Christmas has lost its sparkle, it is possible your heart is…
Two years ago, I started a tradition of doing an activity a day through advent. I make a paper chain with each activity written on the inside of the link. Everyday, Daniel gets to pull a link off and we do something fun together. This has become a tradition that…
The holiday season can either be a season of comfort and joy or a season of hustle and bustle. It is easy to get sucked into the latter. So often I hear and have said that this is such a busy time of year, which is true, but as parents…
“Mama! I can’t sleep...will you rub my back?” This is the cry of my 7 year old on the occasional night. Last night was one of those nights. It was tough because it lasted about an hour. He just couldn’t get comfortable and needed his mama. He’s got a loft…
It starts with worship and awe. That’s the answer to sorting out life’s complicated questions. That’s the answer to our hard days. That’s the answer to our good days. The answer to our pleas for guidance begins with worship and awe. The hope for our future starts with worship and…
Have you ever thought about how the trees teach us to heal? The way God created the seasons can teach us a lot about how He has created us. As the leaves change, they lose their green color and what is left is the pigments that were underneath all along.…
Three years ago, I bought a poster board, got out my construction paper and started a tradition of thankfulness with Daniel. As we entered the busy holiday season, I wanted to foster an attitude of thankfulness in his heart. Enter the Thankful Turkey. A tradition is born Everyday in November,…
Why do we resist what is good for us? We think we know better and we can't see how things could work for our good when what is happening looks so hard. I made a new rule in our house today- no tv in the morning. This has been a…
There is power in praise. Praising Jesus is one of the most powerful experiences we can ever have. Praise moves the heart of God. Praise puts us in our lowly place and God on His royal throne. It sends the enemy running. It lifts troubled hearts. Praise is a tool…
We could all use a little grace. We give it to others. We receive it from Jesus. Do we give grace to ourselves when we need it? Not as much as we should. Listen mama, when you are wading through deep waters, grace is essential. Life is hard enough without…
When life is painful and busy, the world will shout at you to practice self care. Self care is a nice idea but it is a bandaid. Self Care vs Soul Care Getting a pedicure, spending time alone, or finally finishing that book are good things but they won't fix…
I stood in the shower and just cried. Everything felt overwhelming and I'd held a lot in because I felt I had to constantly be on so I can take care of the kids. My to do list for the day was nearly longer than the white board it was…
I go for walks every night and I've felt strong urges to pray especially for certain children that I see when I walk. I pray for them every time I see them-for salvation, for protection, for anything that comes to mind on a given day. These children don't know that…
How I hoped the morning would go... ...how it actually went. When Daniel was born, I had no idea how that would turn my world upside down and prevent me from spending time with God like I desired. It wasn't so hard at first because babies take naps. Then toddler…
Last year, we used the Egermeier's Storybook Bible along with our church and it helped bring the Bible alive for him. I enjoyed hearing the stories simplified as well. The stories are told in a way that is easy to understand and full of life. For Christmas, Daniel unwrapped…
Will God still work if we feel hopeless? Will He still move if circumstances look impossible? What if we laugh when He assure us that things are not as they seem? And all were weeping and mourning for her, but he said, “Do not weep, for she is not dead…