The Cry Room Isn’t Just for Babies
I love a good cry. A sappy movie, an emotional detox, and tears of joy. Any of these make life a little richer. I once blogged about sitting in front of my closet crying as I was unpacking boxes in … Continued
Life Lessons from Job: Part 3 — Suffering
“Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them. The Lord said to Satan, ‘From where do you come?’ Then Satan answered the Lord and said, … Continued
Mommy Monday: Noel
Experiencing Christmas with kids is magical. There is no doubt about it. Their faces, the wonder and the joy of the entire month makes me wake up feeling giddy each day in December. We have several Christmas traditions we’ve built … Continued
The First of the Month
It’s the first of November! While others may be smashing pumpkins and decorating for Christmas, I’m still in full fall mode and this is when I start looking for pumpkins on sale. I love decorating with them until the end … Continued
Pancakes & Prayers
I woke up a little earlier than usual this morning. I finished my quiet time and had time to start breakfast before I went outside. I had planned on making banana pancakes for the kids. By mid-week I usually have … Continued
The First Day of Fall & My Five Favorites
Hubby said my next post should sound a little more cheery. I told him I have a realm of ideas. He knows I typically enjoy writing about the more gritty stuff that I face with all my little people and … Continued
Is There Rest in the Midst of Motherhood?
I did a simple Google search and found the average mother gets 17 minutes to herself each day. That number doesn’t surprise me in any way. I think of my own life and the new to-do lists that are always … Continued
When You Just Can’t…
There are days I think to myself I “just can’t.” I just can’t be patient. I just can’t deal with any more whining. I just can’t discipline with love. I just can’t hold my tongue. I just can’t sweep…again. I … Continued
Mommy Monday: Birthdays, Babies & Back to School
I turned 29 yesterday. Maybe it was because I don’t like odd numbers or I am secretly planning a huge 30th birthday bash that has me anticipating next year {Lord-willing} — I was really thankful for a quiet day of … Continued
Learning to Love My Apron
There are a lot of things I love. I love quiet time. I love my family. I love good food. I love the Bible. I love good friendships, good coffee, good conversation. I love perfect weather. I love design, bright … Continued