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…
How on top of your homemaking game are you? Are you killing it every day? Some days? Or do you feel like I do and feel like you are failing most days? First of all, I think it’s important for us all to remember that no one–not even the mom who looks like she has […] Read more…
My husband and I have been married for 6 1/2 years. In that time, we have seen my eldest graduate from high school, had two babies, moved and he fought and beat cancer twice. We have had a lot on our plates and as a stay at home mom, I wear a lot of hats. […] Read more…
If you have been here any length of time, you know our story. I’m not trying to beat a dead horse, but broken wives need to know that they are not alone. God is the mender of brokenness. There is hope, and there is healing. Our story started over 21 years ago in a high school […] Read more…
It’s the month of love. Thank you, St. Valentine! I’m not sure about you, but when February rolls around, my pocketbook is seriously lacking funds. With Christmas just having passed and three kids’ birthdays in early February, the week of Valentine’s Day sneaks up on us. More often than not, there are no flowers or […] Read more…
If you’ve been here any length of time, you know our story. You know the Lord used it to get me here. I was so lonely, and I never wanted another woman to feel that complete isolation. It has taken time and effort and intentionality to move through all that I felt during that time. […] Read more…
Have you ever prayed for something only to realize much later that you didn’t notice that God answered your prayer? Or have you prayed for something, and it was answered but not at all like you intended? Maybe you prayed for something, and the answer came after much trial? Truthfully, I’ve experienced all three, and […] Read more…
Joy. Happiness. Often we use the two interchangeably. Happiness is defined as good fortune, pleasure, contentment, joy. Simply, the state of being happy. It’s an emotion, a feeling. Joy has a similar definition, so it’s no wonder we get them confused. However, I know joy is deeper than that. I’ve experienced it, and so did […] Read more…
Why do people feel the need to air their dirty laundry…share confessions and renew vows? Why this urgency to be transparent at all cost? What good can exposing yourself and opening yourself up for judgment and criticism possibly do? Ya’ll, this porn problem…it’s an epidemic. Thanks to the internet it’s everywhere, all the time. There’s […] Read more…
Every year, I look forward to celebrating with the man I love on the anniversary of our marriage. This year was no different as far as that goes, but it was different. It was amazingly sweet and special, and one to be cherished. There was a sheer joy of promising again. In case you missed my […] Read more…
