Thoughts on poverty distort my mind. Simply because they break my heart. I grew up in the Appalachian hills, not exactly well known for luxuries and riches. Oh, we had plenty. More than enough. Â Most folks in my town considered my parents to be wealthy. Â Food, shelter, and clothing was…
My Matthew may be landing in Africa within the next hour or so, but I just have to tell you that he didn’t have to go to an orphanage in Africa to begin his experience as a father to the fatherless. This post is dated October 10, 2010: I have…
Sometimes being the mother of a special needs child causes the mama bear in you to rise beyond your typical personality. Â In this case, for me, one afternoon, Â Jeff Foxworthy’s “You Might Be a Redneck” felt relational. Â How did that happen? If you are a special needs mom (or…
Contributing at RooMag.com today! Woohoo! So here’s your teaser; sure hope you’ll stop by there and continue reading. For many mothers, a dream ignites at the first moment of acknowledgment that a tiny little human being is growing inside the womb. After nine months of nurturing, the dream of holding…
Oh the feel of such a word! Delight. The first verse to mind: Delight yourself in the Lord and He shall give you the desires of your heart. Delighting is immersion. It is time. To delight in my soul is to be filled with joy to the uttermost possible. To…
Don’t be stingy with love or grace; act like you’re made of the stuff.- Bob Goff The last few days have brought many notes, quotes, and overall reminders of God’s grace in my life. Each time I receive a reminder of His everlasting grace, I have to think more about…
Hey there. Be sure to go visit my wonderful friends at Dayspring (In)Courage today! I have a little Valentine letter to you over there today and tomorrow. It goes something like this: Some days the Mama in us is a wee tired and the time for naps is gloriously anticipated….
At the first of this year,in lieu of Tuesday, Thursday became Bible study day as part of my weekly schedule . Â I’m so thankful for the opportunity to attend during the day while my older kids are at school, my husband is at work, and the study provides childcare for…
I was thinking of writing a letter to my husband for Valentine’s Day. The letter would be lovey and sweet, proclaiming all the things in my heart for him and feeling free enough to shout it out to the world. After all, we have such fun together and our family…
I just have to share this one with you. Â Since I have three kids in Upward basketball, I watched this video three times this weekend….and cried. every. time. Â I know I’m a softie, but oh the lessons we can learn from our children. Start your week with this one….
Please tell me that I am not the only parent who sees their child’s crying face and is immediately taken back to that moment in the delivery room. A precious face, all wrinkled, eyes squinting. The redness… and white pasty skin… and open mouth. The crazy resemblance of mommy and…
