We are called upon not to be successful, but to be faithful. – Mother Teresa Success looks different for each one of us. It looks different across the genders, across the seasons of life, across the age groups. The things we merit as success are highly important and hide themselves in the … More Your Castle of Success
This past summer I’ve been keeping busy preparing for and trying to pass the time until baby gets here. I’m due September 12th and I knew this summer would hold its challenges with the heat, and my energy and enthusiasm in my final trimester. I am so thankful my sister-in-law, Lucy and her family … More My Summer Favorite Things
“Hhumm, hhumm” she motions with her outstretched arm and curled fingers. She wants me to come. I’m not sure where but chances are she’s wanting a snack. She’s talking more and more. Words like, moon, boy, drink, tea, pee-pee (no, she not potty trained yet), ME, MINE, I eat, outside, I onnn know (I don’t … More Unpopular Opinion: How to Plan for a Newborn
You are not going to believe this but the weather here in Texas has cooled off to the lower 90's. In August! The reportedly hottest month of the year. And, y'all! That's ten degrees and it makes all. the. difference. You're not going to believe this either. This morning I slipped into sweats and a … More Just for You From the Dancer
I wrote this back in May. I’m sharing it to encourage and inspire you today in your parenting journey. It’s been an inspiration to me rereading it and thinking about how God has a parent heart just like us. Wishing you patience on your mothering journey today! There I lay, tears streaming down my face … More Glimpsing God’s Parent Heart
FIRST THING I DID when I got up was text my friend, Julie, and ask what time we’re meeting at the pool. Because if you have little kids at home you know that from the time you get up to the time you leave is all the time you have to get stuff done … More The Important Most Things
It all started with a little seed that began to grow. A little seed that I voluntarily watered. Looking to the right or the left can be oh, so, entertaining and keeps you up to date with the latest but it also can drive your soul mad with stacks of to-dos and shame of knowing … More What Looks Sweet But Really Isn’t
