Feb 6, 2023 | Anxiety, Brokenness, Encouragement, Faith, Fear, God, Hope, Life Lessons
My cup of water went tumbling, spilling its almost full contents all over the passenger-side floorboard. It had already been a morning and I was currently running late for my doctor’s appointment. Unable to stop at that moment, I glanced at the pool of water on...
Dec 22, 2022 | Anxiety, Christmas, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, Joy, Kids, Motherhood, Perfectionism
I don’t know about you, but for me the reality of the Christmas season doesn’t always look the way it does in movies, magazines, or even here on social media. Some days it’s hard to find my joy. Some days anxiety and worry weigh down my spirit. The world tells...
Dec 21, 2022 | Christmas, Encouragement, Faith, Faithful Living, Freedom, God, Hope, Joy, Perfectionism
Hope. Joy. Peace. The world tells us these should be ours this Christmas season, but it also tells us the way to have them is through things. Through people. Through holiday parties. Through decorations and perfect gifts. Watch any commercial, glance through any...
Dec 18, 2022 | Childhood, Christmas, Faith, Kids, Life Lessons, Perfectionism, Purposeful Living, Simple Things
A couple of weeks ago I asked the kids to write down which of our Christmas traditions mean the most to them. I was curious to know which of the things we do, do they truly enjoy. I was a little surprised but also glad that baking treats to share with neighbors and...
Dec 16, 2022 | Childhood, Christmas, Encouragement, Joy, Kids, Life Lessons, Motherhood, Parenting, Perfectionism, Purposeful Living, Simple Things, Take Time
A couple of weeks ago I asked the kids to write down which of our Christmas traditions mean the most to them. I was curious to know which of the things we do, do they truly enjoy. I was a little surprised but also glad that baking treats to share with neighbors and...
Dec 2, 2022 | Anxiety, Faith, God, Hope, Simple Things
I was reminded of something as I sat outside for a few minutes earlier this evening. No matter how many things change, no matter how many uncertainties there are, some things remain… The birds still sing their “good morning” songs. The thunder...