As I ponder the Christmas season, I feel somewhat overwhelmed. It’s because of the unwritten expectations of doing all the things and giving all the gifts, all the while trying somehow to manage to squeeze Jesus into the puzzle. I’d like to throw some holiday caution out there because I don’t like feeling overwhelmed and anxious, […] Read more…
Today I’d like to be a bit more candid with you than normal. I hope you’ll indulge me! Recently I was at my yearly “appointment.” I was seeing a new doctor because mine was no longer in that office, so naturally, I was more uncomfortable. If that’s even possible. It’s so frustrating to have to […] Read more…
Life has been at the very least overwhelming. Most of the time, I feel like I’m barely hanging on, hardly keeping my head above water, much less finding joy in the whole chaotic mess! It feels crazy from all sides. 8 kids. Homeschooling 6. Three year old terror. Fussy baby. House remodel. Wife. Mom. And […] Read more…
For a solid decade, we’ve been on a journey to financial freedom. Ten years ago, I was getting up and going to a job every day, not one that I hated or even disliked, but one that took me away from my babies. It was 10 Christmases ago that the Lord took me to an […] Read more…
Sleepless nights. Constant feedings. Struggles in reading and math. All the crying and all the fussing. It’s enough to make anyone go insane! Although I prayed for a mild-tempered, sweet-sleeping baby girl, apparently the Father knew that instead I needed a spit-fire who only sleeps next to mommy. Related: Encouragement Sure to Snap You Out […] Read more…
As a new year takes off, we all have goals. One of the number one goals or resolution is to get in better financial shape. I am sharing my top money savers with you because I love saving money. There’s truly something exhilarating about watching your savings account grow and your monthly debits shrink! Top […] Read more…
For a while now, there’s been something on my mind and in my heart that I wanted to share. Maybe needed to share. It’s not easy because it’s personal and awkward, and there’s no way to open my heart to you without reliving some memories. But, I think someone needs the encouragement, the hope that […] Read more…
