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…
An audacious confession Audacious: extremely bold or daring. Bold or daring, I have never been. Nevertheless, I am going to open my heart and my life, right here, sharing an audacious confession about when he [my husband] confessed to porn addiction. Truthfully, I’m scared to death to share. Really scared. For fear that you will […] Read more…
Moment by moment. You’ve heard it before. So cliche, yet I find myself wondering how exactly to get through the yuck even if it is a second at a time. We Are Not Alone Jesus, being quoted by Paul, said, “My grace is all you need. My power is strongest when you are weak.” 2 […] Read more…
