I sat at dinner the other night in a complete fog. All around me there was chatter and noise. My three kids and husband were busy recounting their day, asking dad about the latest device updates, and talking about the upcoming weekend plans and their own personal opinions. I was feeling completely … [Read more...] about 4 Tips for the Working Mom who Feels Overwhelmed
Motherhood
She is Clothed with Strength and Dignity
My daughter is becoming your typical high school teenage sweetie. She loves all things clothes and shoes and cute. Her recent trek into this realm has come mostly with the turning of the calendar as she is headed into the last four years of "school". I have been keenly aware these past few months … [Read more...] about She is Clothed with Strength and Dignity
Peace Pirates by Ashley Willis: A Book Review
I recently read and loved Peace Pirates: Conquering the Beliefs and Behaviors that Steal Your Treasure in Motherhood by Ashley Willis. This book does a beautiful job of combining Biblical teaching with practical applications for any women who finds themselves in the season of … [Read more...] about Peace Pirates by Ashley Willis: A Book Review
The Broken Road
Last summer my family headed east after a missions trip to take some much needed vacation time. My husband decided to take us through roads that was a bit off the beaten path, but were majestic and glorious. Our trek from Eastern Oregon into Idaho took us over the Wallowa Mountains. The road … [Read more...] about The Broken Road
Seeds
The early morning quiet took me by surprise. Armed with my Bible and a strong cup of coffee I was determined to enjoy the weather on my front porch. The day would be full of video teaching and zoom calls. Man, I was tired. This was taking a lot out of this mama and my patience was growing … [Read more...] about Seeds
Friendship when Life is Hard: We Need Each Other
Against the backdrop of a dirt yard and a shut down world, my flowering plum trees seems extra breathtaking this month. It could be that I am noticing the little things more. I am reflecting on life a little deeper, as I suspect you may be. I recently was reminded, through these simple trees … [Read more...] about Friendship when Life is Hard: We Need Each Other