Encouraging One Another

So, you know my girl is cheering this year. It’s been so much fun to watch her at the games so far {both of them}.  Today, is her first pep rally and home game. I’m sure my Instagram feed will be replete with photos from the fun. As I’ve watched […]

Learning Hope {and some beautiful new jewelry from Dayspring}

14 years ago we were talking baby names.  After determining we would not find out the gender of our child, we considered several options for a boy and a girl.  We landed here:  Caleb Scott or Casiday Hope. Hope. It’s a big little word. You see, in April 1999, we […]

Thoughts on Sin and Grace

{This post ended up being a lot longer than normal.  Apparently I had a lot to say.} My girl is 13.  She’s in 8th grade. She’s a cheerleader, a dancer, and in her school’s Show Choir. She has a boyfriend and a cell phone. I’m sure there are those who […]

Be Present … Don’t Wish Today Away!

I used to think I had this mothering thing figured out.  Now, most days I vacillate between trusting grace for the mistakes I’ve made and fighting fear for the mistakes I will make next. It’s easy for me to get caught up in regret over what has already happened or […]

When You Want to Guide Your Girl toward God

I’m good at some “mom” things.  I can fix my girl’s hair pretty much any way she wants it.  I’m learning how to create some pretty amazing nail art.  I don’t loathe watching all the cheesy Disney movies. And I know how to make a mean tie-dye waffle. But one […]

3 Ways to Invest in Your Marriage

Marriage is hard work sometimes.  I’d be lying out right if I said anything else.  But it’s also the most rewarding relationship we can ever have on earth.  Tonight I’ll be teaching Song of Songs at my Bible study.  We’ll be talking about what makes marriages last … and how […]