Last October I met the amazing Tricia Goyer. We'd been at a conference together for three days but never spoke until we were sitting at the Harrisburg airport on the way home. We'd arrived WAY early for our shared flight out of Harrisburg and spent a couple of hours getting to know one another as we waited to board our plane. Then, we were able to spend some more time chatting as we waited for our separate connections home from Charlotte. I loved the opportunity to get to know Tricia. She ... [Read More]
Dear Weary Mom, God is Faithful!
Dear Weary Mom, Do you ever feel like a total failure as a mom? I suppose if we're honest, we have all felt that way at some point. We spend more time than we ought contemplating every mistake, bleep, and blunder. We lie awake at night regretting the words spoken in anger. And, maybe, you've even had those moments of wondering if perhaps you weren't really cut out for this whole mothering thing. Can I whisper some words of encouragement into your ear? God is faithful, friend! And He ... [Read More]
What If We Spent October Talking About …
Earlier this year I invested in a branding consultation with Stephanie Bryant. She asked me some amazing questions and really helped me sort out what my passions are and what I find the most rewarding. At the end of our talk, Stephanie summarized my desire as this: offering women permission to live well. When she said that phrase — permission to live well — I knew that was it! That's my brand, y'all. I want to share with women it's okay not to do everything ... it's okay to take that nap ... [Read More]
When Life Isn’t What You Dreamed … But It’s All You Ever Wanted
I've chased a million things Bright lights and empty dreams Now here I am Right where I thought I wanted to be I'll trade it all right now Leave it all and lay it down To get back to where I belong Lord, all I've ever needed was Your love "All I've Ever Needed" from the Grace Unplugged soundtrack ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Have you ever longed for a bigger life than the one you have? Wished for all your dreams to come true? I suppose at some point we all have. That grass always looks greener ... [Read More]
Love to Stay: A Must Read Book about Marriage
{Please note, this post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through them i will receive a small commission.} Scott and I have been married 17-1/2 years. He's my best friend and the only person on earth I trust entirely. He is my hero and the most godly man I know. I can't imagine spending my life with anyone else. But, marriage is hard. Really hard. Even in the best situations, surrendering yourself to someone else is the most difficult choice we can ever make. The past year or ... [Read More]
Planning for the Holidays? Already?
September is almost halfway over. I've started pulling out the fall decor for my house. We're eating chili and watching football on Saturdays. I love it!! But, this heralds the beginning of the craziest season of the year ... October through December are pure chaos as far as the calendar and schedule go. Anyone else feel that way? I'm over at Not Quite Amish today sharing some tips for planning now for the holiday season you really want to have. Join me there? ... [Read More]
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