Often, we say that you can’t pour from an empty cup. Logically, this makes sense. I understand that the thought is that you have nothing to give when you are empty. Being empty could be exhaustion, overwhelm, or fear. When we experience any of those, we freeze. We can’t make a decision or take the… Continue reading Be Poured Out
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The Culture of #hotmess
#hotmess This is a popular hashtag and photo caption on our social media pages, isn’t it? Along with #hotmessmama and #hotmessexpress I understand the relatability of this term. The idea is to show that we aren’t and don’t have to be put perfectly together 100% of the time. Some days we don’t get out of… Continue reading The Culture of #hotmess
Will You Pray For Your Children?
“And from thence he arose, and went into the borders of Tyre and Sidon, and entered into an house, and would have no man know it: but he could not be hid. For a certain woman, whose young daughter had an unclean spirit, heard of him, and came and fell at his feet: The woman… Continue reading Will You Pray For Your Children?
What Do You Worship?
Jeremiah 32 is another record of Israel’s sin of idolatry. Judgment would come as a result. Verse 35 should upset all of us. Idolatry always has a price. They would be carried away captive to a foreign land. But in this verse, they were sacrificing their children by fire to a false god. Maybe you… Continue reading What Do You Worship?
Surviving or Thriving?
I saw a sticker recently that said #survivingmotherhood I get it. Some days are hard. Being a mother is a full-time job. There are challenges nearly every day. There are questions, messes, and tantrums to navigate. You’ve never done this day before. Even if you have multiple children, there are still new challenges you will… Continue reading Surviving or Thriving?
The Tears of Motherhood
The tears of motherhood. There’s so many, aren’t there? We often cry when we find out we are expecting. We cry at the first sight of the baby on the ultrasound or the first sound of the heartbeat. We cry during pregnancy for no reason because of our hormones. We cry at the first movements,… Continue reading The Tears of Motherhood
Dear Toddler Mom,
I remember that time in life. The 2’s and 3’s can be so much fun, yet so challenging. I have a 2 year old niece, so I get to experience this again. I honestly love it. If I could just keep her, I would. You get a first row seat to watch your babies grow… Continue reading Dear Toddler Mom,
Truths About Nagging
Truths about nagging: Nag is defined as: annoy or irritate (a person) with persistent fault-finding or continuous urging. Nagging comes easily. Nagging isn’t biblical. The Reason for Nagging: To get someone to do something you want. Nagging may motivate them to complete the request, but that doesn’t justify it. If nagging is not biblical, that… Continue reading Truths About Nagging
Can I Be Honest With You?
I just want to share part of my story. Maybe this will encourage you. Maybe it’ll make you think I’m crazy. I got married young. I had an okay example of marriage from my parents. My husband didn’t have a godly example, so we both had/have a lot to learn. My home life was a… Continue reading Can I Be Honest With You?
Holiday Celebrations
Holiday Celebrations As we come into the holiday season, I want to encourage you and remind you of a few things. It is okay to keep or stop any previous traditions. This is especially important for newly married couples and new parents. There may be pressure to uphold traditions from either side of your family.… Continue reading Holiday Celebrations