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
Life Lessons from Job: Part 1 – Prayer
“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
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
Taking It Slow
I traveled relatively a lot this summer. I have been looking forward to some consistent time at home with the family. I love our family’s personality. We are pretty low key and there is so much to enjoy with all … 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
Two Hard Truths for a Woman Wanting Answers
I had a phone call with a new friend last night looking for some input on parenting her two little boys. We chatted for nearly an hour and at the end of it she said “Can you just write some … Continued
Worship: Part 3
‘There is no fear of God before their eyes.’ Romans 3:18 sums up the world’s attitude. “We are so used to mercy and grace that we think God has no right to be angry with sin,” says John MacArthur. It … Continued
Making The Most of It
All week, I’ve come to the table asking God…What do you have for me? As I sit there half asleep, my thoughts make their way to the paper. Praises, prayers, pleas for energy and everything in between. With the news full of … Continued