A few brief thoughts today: The truth is, I am a mess, and I’m walking through a messy time in life. But I think it’s time for a much...

I’ve never been so fearful to label myself a “Christian” as in my mess— For fear of what other “Christians” may say. Did I really just...

As a kid, I remember hearing my parents refer to “growing pains.” Having a “growth spurt.” I remember distinctly the thought passing...

Fall has always been my favorite season. It holds still the golden rays of summer but carries them down on cooler winds, with a...

Your kids don’t need a perfect mom; they need a happy mom. They don’t need crumb-free floors; they need your love and attention...

Prayer is easier for some than others. It’s become easier for me over the years, as the fancy walls of religion fell and I saw visions of...

My one year old son ran flailing his arms at his shadow, morning sunlight filtering in through the blinds. It’s a game he’s loved lately;...

Hey, Mamas- On this Mother’s Day, 2020, I want to remind you about a few things before we get too far ahead of ourselves today. I know...

That saying- man cannot live by bread alone? Maybe it's because I'm a woman, but I think I probably could (if I could tolerate all the...

I don’t know if I had more fun with this or my kids. Such a fun activity (you can bring in the science aspect if your kids are older),...

The faces of this pandemic. They’re everywhere. The worried small business owner. The frustrated, screaming child. The haggard healthcare...

I was reading about Noah the other day, a story I’ve heard since childhood. A story that until now, has always elicited visions of...

Time is a thief and joy is the innocent bystander we too often forget to engage. Embrace joy daily; tightly. Time may not slow but won’t...

Sugar cookie perfection. On my honor. I’m even willing to bet all the ingredients are already in your pantry. And it’s painfully simple-...

Motherhood can be a lonely job. You are surrounded by little souls, but ones constantly in need of life sustaining attention; and most...