There are seasons where spiritual growth feels peaceful. And then there are seasons where it feels expensive. Not metaphorically. Actually expensive. Appliances breaking.Washing machines leaking.Cars dying.Mortgage confusion.Property taxes increasing.Dental work waiting.Bills climbing.Sleep regression starting. And homeschool still happening. This month has been one of those “when it rains, it pours” seasons. And what I’m realizingContinue reading “When It Rains: Trusting God in Practical Pressure”
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Even Here: Why I Wrote This Song
This week was supposed to look different. I had planned a whole week of content focused on love.God’s love.Love in parenting.Biblical love in marriage. Encouraging posts. Scripture. Truth-filled reminders. But today… today was different. Today I was struggling. Not because something catastrophic happened. Not because of an emergency. Just the slow, heavy kind of overwhelmContinue reading “Even Here: Why I Wrote This Song”
Letting My Mind, Body, and Soul Heal After Hard Seasons
One of the hardest lessons I have learned after walking through hard seasons is this:healing does not happen in just one part of us. For a long time, I focused on surviving. On getting through. On holding it together for my kids, my family, and the responsibilities in front of me. And for a while,Continue reading “Letting My Mind, Body, and Soul Heal After Hard Seasons”
When the List Is Longer Than the Funds: Trusting God in the In-Between
There are seasons when the list never seems to stop growing. The kind of list that does not come from impulse or poor planning, but from life simply happening. Cars age. Bodies need care. Homes require upkeep. Children grow. Work demands continue. Needs stack on top of needs. And sometimes, just when you finally checkContinue reading “When the List Is Longer Than the Funds: Trusting God in the In-Between”
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”
Finding Strength in Scripture: Verses for Difficult Times
Life can be challenging, and as mothers, wives, and individuals on a journey of faith and holistic wellness, we often face moments that test our resolve. In these difficult times, turning to Scripture can provide the comfort, guidance, and strength we need. Today, let’s explore some powerful verses that can uplift our spirits and remindContinue reading “Finding Strength in Scripture: Verses for Difficult Times”
Finding Hope in the Midst of Christmas Heartache
As the twinkling lights and cheerful carols fill the air, I’m reminded that Christmas isn’t always the picture-perfect holiday we see in movies. For many of us, including myself, it can be a time of mixed emotions – joy intertwined with deep, heart-wrenching pain. The song “Just Because it’s Christmas” by Anne Wilson resonates deeplyContinue reading “Finding Hope in the Midst of Christmas Heartache”
Hurricane Recovery: A Journey of Faith, Resilience, and Community
It’s been a week since one of the deadliest storms in recent memory tore through our southern states, leaving a trail of destruction and heartache in its wake. As I sit here, reflecting on the past seven days, I’m overwhelmed by a mix of emotions – gratitude, sorrow, hope, and an unwavering faith in God’sContinue reading “Hurricane Recovery: A Journey of Faith, Resilience, and Community”
Weathering Life’s Storms: Faith, Preparedness, and the Approaching Hurricane
As we brace ourselves for the upcoming hurricane, I can’t help but reflect on how these natural disasters mirror the storms we face in our daily lives. Just as we prepare our homes and families for the physical storm, we must also fortify our hearts and minds for life’s unexpected challenges. In the face ofContinue reading “Weathering Life’s Storms: Faith, Preparedness, and the Approaching Hurricane”
Remembering 9/11: Finding God in the Darkest Hours
It’s been 23 years since that fateful September morning, but the memories are still vivid. I was home sick from school, flipping through TV channels when suddenly, every station showed the same horrifying scene – a burning building in New York City. Little did I know, I was about to witness history unfold before myContinue reading “Remembering 9/11: Finding God in the Darkest Hours”
Living Life with a Purpose 