Dear Weary Mom, The Hardest Lesson

It’s Thursday.  I love Thursdays.  Thursdays around here are for dishing up truth and hope and grace about mothering.  And I’m so glad you are here to join me.  So let’s get going . . . This mothering gig is so much harder than I ever thought it would be. […]

Mothering Is Just Hard

Before you read any further, know this: I love my people.  Desperately.  And I know they love me. But this business of family, it’s tough. Placing others ahead of myself doesn’t come naturally and I battle against it every step of the way.  Yesterday, I said the words that will require […]

Dear Weary Mom, Be Faithful!

Hey you!  I see you — hot and tired and wondering how much longer the summer heatwave or rainy season (depending on where you live) is going to last.   June swept through our home like a bossy but loveable friend who brings way too much activity and leaves exhaustion […]

Girl Mom? Join the Club! {Mothers of Daughters, July Edition}

It’s the second Tuesday of the month and that can only mean one thing … Mothers of Daughters e-zine is live today!  This month’s content is all summer-related and I’m sure you’ll find all sorts of great information, ideas, and encouragement. My contribution is about spending time with your girl, […]

Dear Weary Mom, Invite Someone into Your Mess

It’s Thursday, which is rapidly becoming my favorite day of the week around here. I love being able to pour out my heart about all the ways this mom gig can drain me dry.  And I love the way you all leave the sweetest comments to remind me I’m not […]

Dear Weary Mom, Meet My Friends

I’m at youth camp. In Panama City Beach. While I am having some real issues with the idea that I have a daughter old enough to attend youth camp, I am enjoying myself. {Though to be honest, I’m more weary of body than of mind and spirit at this point!} […]