A Father to the Fatherless
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…
You Might Be A Special Needs Parent If…
Sometimes being the mother of a special needs child causes the mama bear in you to rise beyond your typical personality. In this case, for me, one afternoon, Jeff Foxworthy’s “You Might Be a Redneck” felt relational. How did that happen? If you are a special needs mom (or…
A Parenting Dream
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…
5 Minute Friday: One Word- Delight
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…
His Grace- More Than Enough
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…
(In)Courage Guest Post Today!
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….
There’s No Business Like Church Business
At the first of this year,in lieu of Tuesday, Thursday became Bible study day as part of my weekly schedule . 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…
Signed, Worried Wife
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…
The Devotional Video from Upward Basketball this Weekend
I just have to share this one with you. Since I have three kids in Upward basketball, I watched this video three times this weekend….and cried. every. time. I know I’m a softie, but oh the lessons we can learn from our children. Start your week with this one….
That Baby Face
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…
Cause Everyone Needs a Little Pick-Me-Up
Morning! The blog underwent a mini-facelift last night! What do you think? 😉 Remember that rule your mother gave you… If you can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything at all? 🙂 Thanks so much for all the support on the blog. With all my heart, I love writing…