Every family has its own strengths, weaknesses, things it considers important and things that are on the back burner. For example, mopping the floor every 2 weeks may be absolutely disgusting for some people to imagine but for us in this season, it’s working for us. Eating a bunch of snacky type food for lunch may not seem like a …
Our little gift of praise (part 2)
Towards the end of the pregnancy we got the great news that because he was measuring good in the ultrasounds that he was going to be allowed to come on his own since he was thriving in the womb. We were so excited! Such a big answer to prayer! We began praying that he would make it to 40 weeks …
Our little gift of praise ( Part 1)
I wanted to write the story of our little one’s arrival and the journey to get there, because I want to remember all that God did and I want to proclaim His faithfulness! I’m going to try and make it short and sweet, as usual. On my birthday we were delighted to find out at 15 weeks that we were …
Women – We are a team
Let me just share with you a little about my friends. You see, one of them is a famous singer, one is a model, one is an incredible designer, one is extremely creative and gifted with her hands, one is an amazing cook, one is just the most gracious and thoughtful person, one is an amazing encourager, another loves makeup …
Be a world changer
I don’t know about you, but I am blessed with world changing friends–people whose lives revolve around their mission and who daily see the fruit of their work. I have friends who work with sex trafficking victims and refugees, friends involved in politics, missionaries to foreign fields all over the world, ones who work with orphanages, some who plant churches, others who …
True love
True love is sacrifice. It’s selfless, it’s giving and it’s pure. It serves with a joyful spirit desires nothing in return. It maintains, is intentional and pursues whole heartily. It’s not the kind that writes love notes daily or constant outpouring of material gifts and sweet dripping words. It’s actions. It’s coming home after a long day of work and …
Pregnancy: Is it about looks or life?
Does anyone else out there feel the pressure our culture has put on pregnancy and preparing for a baby? From the perfect social media picture to announce your pregnancy to the gender reveal parties. From the pottery barn impeccable nursery to designer diaper bags. From the perfect stroller car seat duo to the best bump pictures. From looking and feeling beautiful the whole …