Some days feel ordinary, and some days feel like gifts wrapped up in simple moments that you want to hold on to forever. Today was one of those days for me. A day full of memories, traditions, and the kind of joy that makes you pause and thank God for the sweetness He weaves intoContinue reading “A Day Full of Christmas Memories I Want to Cherish Forever”
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When You’re Just Treading Water: A Postpartum Heart Check
I have to be honest. I haven’t felt like writing lately. Life has been crazy in our home, and this postpartum journey has stretched me in ways I didn’t expect. Some days I feel like I’m barely staying afloat, just treading water and hoping I don’t sink beneath the overwhelm. There have been moments thisContinue reading “When You’re Just Treading Water: A Postpartum Heart Check”
God’s Grace in Your Mess
This morning didn’t go as planned.I had every intention of starting the day slow with coffee in hand, Bible open, kids easing into homeschool. But instead, I was greeted by the ear-piercing shriek of our smoke detector… and no, there was no smoke or fire. Just the chaos of noise that wouldn’t stop, echoing throughContinue reading “God’s Grace in Your Mess”
Depression Isn’t Broken Faith—It’s a Battle God Steps Into
I didn’t pick up this Bible study because I had extra time or because it sounded like a pleasant devotional to add to my mornings. I picked it up because I needed it. I am a few weeks postpartum, navigating sleepless nights, hormonal crashes, physical healing, and the deep emotions that come with bringing aContinue reading “Depression Isn’t Broken Faith—It’s a Battle God Steps Into”
God Meets Us in the Midnight Hours
The Stillness That Feels Heavy The middle-of-the-night hours look different when you’re a mom — especially in postpartum recovery. The world is quiet, but your body isn’t. The C-section scar aches. The fatigue is bone-deep. The baby cries again just as you start to drift off, and the cycle begins anew. Add in the otherContinue reading “God Meets Us in the Midnight Hours”
Navigating Postpartum After a C-Section — With Faith, Recovery, and Grace
The Part No One Talks About So often, the focus is on the pregnancy, the birth, and the baby — but not the recovery. Postpartum after a C-section is already a big journey, but when you add in breastfeeding, pumping, sleepless nights, and the responsibilities of life, it’s overwhelming. For me, it’s been even moreContinue reading “Navigating Postpartum After a C-Section — With Faith, Recovery, and Grace”
My Scars Tell a Story: Evidence of God’s Goodness
When I first saw the photo of me holding Stella — IV lines running across my arms, bandages showing, my body weak but still holding on — part of me didn’t want to keep it. Part of me wanted to remember the sweet moment of her in my arms without all the reminders of howContinue reading “My Scars Tell a Story: Evidence of God’s Goodness”
When the Emotions Run Deep: A Mama’s Hospital Reflections
The struggle is real. And today, the emotions are heavier than I expected. Still in the Hospital Right now, we’re still here in the hospital with our baby girl. My body is recovering, my heart is trying to rest, and we’re leaning into the care and monitoring she needs. I’m grateful we’re together — butContinue reading “When the Emotions Run Deep: A Mama’s Hospital Reflections”
Dear Stella: Mixed Feelings on Our Last Pregnancy and C-Section
Dear Stella, I can’t believe we are at the end of this journey. The ups, the downs, and all the blessings have led us here to this day. You are our little unexpected miracle, and your sister, brother, daddy, and I can’t wait to meet you. God has been so good to us through itContinue reading “Dear Stella: Mixed Feelings on Our Last Pregnancy and C-Section”
Walking Away: Protecting Your Peace from Narcissistic Relationships
Sometimes the hardest thing you’ll ever do is choose to walk away—from a relationship, from a toxic pattern, or from someone who has consistently wounded you. And when that person is family, it’s even harder.Because people won’t always understand.They’ll say things like: “But that’s your parent/sibling/uncle/etc—how could you cut them off?” “Just forgive them andContinue reading “Walking Away: Protecting Your Peace from Narcissistic Relationships”
Living Life with a Purpose 