One day things are going fine…and the next day, not so much. Life can change so fast you wonder, “What is going on? What just happened?” The world as we know it will be changed forever by the pandemic of COVID-19. We endured massive change after 9/11 and this event will transform us again. […]
Social media is here to stay, which provides the opportunity to get tangled in its web a constant temptation. You see a picture on Instagram, and suddenly realize the picture of them – without you in it. Immediately you are upset, feelings of rejection set in and you are tempted to “defriend” or “unfollow.” Your mind becomes fixated on […]
Culture is feeding us an insatiable desire for power. The use of a 3×6 phone has invited us to an isolated life where the habit of checking our status has birthed a new obsession. Addicted to the like. Addicted to the following. A heart or a thumbs-up has somehow profoundly replaced our self-worth. We are validating […]
Ever feel you are one crisis away from CRAZY? How about when the kids wanted to go play in the snow and their 30 minutes of play ended up costing you three hours of laundry! Wet clothes scattered all over the house can spark some pretty crazy feelings. Then, the homework (goodness, do I need […]
The greatest gift you can give your family is a healthy you. Yes, I know it can feel impossible to balance. However, as women, the burdens we carry are occasionally seen on the outside, but truly, I believe most of us carry them on the inside. Releasing the vicious grip our culture strangles us with […]
Feeling stressed lately? Too much to do and not enough time to get it all done? Homework. Sports. Haircuts. Groceries. Playdates. The list is truly endless. However, I want to share an astonishing key to relieving some stress in your life. Now, the first word of the next paragraph might spark an eye roll, but […]
I am thrilled today to share a guest post by author Lee Nienhuis. Her book, “Brave Moms, Brave Kids” is exactly what today’s Moms need to raise heroes. This generation needs Godly guidance and it starts with Moms possessing that character within themselves. Embracing bravery ignites a fire to instill that same quality in our […]
This time of year floods us with a variety of emotions. For some it’s thrilling, the little kiddos in our lives bring immense joy. Christmas traditions flood our schedule. The anticipation of the special people in our lives opening the perfect gift we bought them. Exciting adventures filled with awe for the season. For others, […]