You will show me the path of life, abounding joy in your presence, and delights at your right hand forever.” Psalm 16: 11 When my children were younger, I used to have them memorize Bible verses. Simple verses like Joshua…
You will show me the path of life, abounding joy in your presence, and delights at your right hand forever.” Psalm 16: 11 When my children were younger, I used to have them memorize Bible verses. Simple verses like Joshua…
“I can’t do this. I don’t know how you do this.” I read those words one morning as I opened up a text message from a fellow mom. I could sense her utter frustration and discouragement. As I read on,…
I consider myself to be a pretty good cook. And though I enjoy cooking, I also hate cleaning. Anyone out there feelin’ me? While I can take joy in cooking for others, I find that I sometimes feel under-appreciated or…
Does your home bring you joy? I’m curious about the aspects of our home life that satisfy us. I take pleasure in decorating and bringing quirky, creative décor into my home. I know others delight in the kind of hospitality…
This is a special blog for all my ADHD mom friends out there–and really for anyone else who feels as though life is just one crazy thing after another, and you’re struggling to get any sort of routine going with…
I was born in the 1970s, the era of yellow shag carpet, avocado refrigerators, and deep brown kitchen cupboards. From this must remain my aversion to olive-green and mustard-colored accessories! This era then shifted into the dusty pinks and country-blues…
I have always felt bonded with animals. When I was born and taken home, I had three caretakers: my mom, dad, and dog. Tyler was our 100-pound Golden Retriever who was already 6 years old when I came into the…
I find it ironic that I’m writing this blog article right now, considering that I had a minor breakdown this morning, overwhelmed by all the ins and outs of our “new normal.” I’m 100% positive that I’m not the only…
“We live the way we pray and we pray the way we live.” Louis Evely, French Spiritual Writer Our homes reflect who we are and what is important to us. If I walked through your house for the first time,…
This blog post is a result of organization and planning. Because if I didn’t plan out my week, this writing and message to you would cease to exist. As I’m getting older and adulting a lot more, some of my…