Gratitude
Blog Posts
A Messy Thanksgiving
So, here’s the deal… My kitchen is a mess, as is my dining room. Two out of the five of us aren’t feeling our best. The kids are arguing in the living room. The littlest is mad and crying. And I’m in the bathroom with the door locked. Despite what you will see as you...
Please Don’t Let Me Miss It
God, please don’t let me miss it… Please don’t let me miss the beauty of creation because I’m always looking down when I should be looking...
Light In The Darkness
I wondered if I’d make it home before it rained as I strolled our baby as quickly as possible towards home. The dark clouds loomed heavy...
Chasing Fireflies
I watched the kids chase fireflies tonight. The house is a mess. We’ve had a few very full, very hectic weeks and our home reflects it....
I Won’t Let Go; At Least Not Yet
She woke up crying a few minutes ago. I picked her up and haven’t put her back down. I probably should. But I won’t…at least not yet....
Don’t Forget to Look Up
Our day hasn’t gotten off to a stellar start. In the early morning hours our oldest called for me. She was sick, vomiting in the bathroom....
This Boy of Mine
I took a shower with [fake] snakes more than once last week. He often comes to the front door with a lizard or two he’s just caught riding...
You’ll Sleep Again
I slept all night last night for the first time since our sweet baby girl was born. Actually, it was the first time in over a year because...
Life Is A Gift
She was only four days old when I took this picture, and some days I still cry. I still get emotional when I think about the gift I’ve...
Love Looks Like Hot Pink Sandals
Society tells us a lot about love. TV shows and movies often depict long, romantic getaways and extravagant gifts. Sometimes social media...
