There are some things that no one ever tells you when you get married. We put on beautiful clothes and plan for months to stand in front of family and friends. The food is perfect, the venue is pristine, and we strive to create the perfect image that the happily ever after will last well into the … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Reconnect with Your Spouse
Self Care
9 Bible Verses for the Tired Mom
When my kids were little I can remember laying my head at night on my pillow, taking a deep breath and wishing I could sleep through the night. I was a tired mom and it was inevitable that I would be awakened somewhere between the wee hours of one and five and be asked to perform a motherly duty. … [Read more...] about 9 Bible Verses for the Tired Mom
Faith in Midlife: Becoming Sage by Michelle Van Loon: A Book Review
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. As I have grown in my faith and motherhood, I have often thought that the process of becoming more like Jesus can be a frustrating walk. Raised early on to love Jesus and church, it feels at times that we can reach a plateau in our … [Read more...] about Faith in Midlife: Becoming Sage by Michelle Van Loon: A Book Review
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
Watch for the Whisper
In January, I found an expired amaryllis bulb in a plastic cream pot on clearance for fifty cents. Being that it was past Christmas, and I was hungry for beauty of something growing in my classroom, I purchased the bulb. I figured that despite its pathetic appearance I could resurrect it. I … [Read more...] about Watch for the Whisper
15 Self Care Spring Ideas for the Teacher
There is a beautiful horse at the stable where my daughter rides each week. This creature has faithfully circled the arena each day, letting bright eyed riders experience the thrill of trotting and cantering. She has walked, trotted, and been guided while the roof has dripped from rain and the … [Read more...] about 15 Self Care Spring Ideas for the Teacher