Your resilience knows no bounds. In new places, surrounded by new faces, you keep showing up. You shine and you sparkle. You reflect God’s love and you give Him glory. You persevere; you don’t give up. You make a decision, and you move forward boldly toward your goals. You overcome negativity and naysayers. You triumph, … Continue reading Dear Children
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Practical Ways We Deal with Emotions
Life has been a little busy lately, which means emotions have a tendency to run wild. Multiply that by four kids, and you have an incredible opportunity to practice what you preach. I’m an advocate for expressing emotions and feeling your feelings, but we have definitely come across some helpful tips and tools along the … Continue reading Practical Ways We Deal with Emotions
In Christ Alone
It's time for another #GuestBlog! This month's piece is written by Heather Spraut. We met in September 2019 at a book launch party for Sarah Mae and The Complicated Heart. Heather and I exchanged blogs and have kept in touch since. Check out her blog at https://heatherspraut.wordpress.com/ and read her inspiring words below! ❤ "In … Continue reading In Christ Alone
Beloved, Be Loved
This season has no end date, which is hard for me to wrap my head around. I know now that my kids will not be returning to school this year. Summer break indeed arrived early. I am forced to establish new rhythms rather abruptly; I had gotten used to my quiet, productive moments during the … Continue reading Beloved, Be Loved
Choices
We have a choice. It certainly doesn't feel like it at times, as so many decisions are being made for us during this pandemic. But we do have a choice. We can choose our response, our attitude, our perspective. Will we bow down to fear and doubt, or will we stand firm in our Heavenly … Continue reading Choices
Enough
"I can do hard things." "I can't do everything." These two truths have been bouncing around my brain today. I'm trying to find some rhythm in this tension. Last night three of my four kids just wouldn't listen. Simple instructions, mind you. They weren't having it. The thought crossed my mind: "why can't this be … Continue reading Enough
Gifts from the Father
This guest blog is brought to you by four of the greatest gifts in my life - my kids! Psalm 8:2 says, "You have taught children and infants to tell of your strength, silencing your enemies and all who oppose you." They each had a word to start with, and chose some verses to encourage … Continue reading Gifts from the Father
My Race to Run 