As a new mother, the postpartum phase was infinitely different from what I had imagined. They told me I’d forget the pain once I held my child. I expected to feel a rush of relief and warmth the moment I held my baby. That certainly was true with my second and third, but not with […]
If it isn’t love, you’re wrong.
Years ago, before we had any children, my husband and I had a significant disagreement. I genuinely don’t remember the reason for our disagreement. All I remember is that I initiated the disagreement. It wasn’t explosive, but as soon as all was said and done, I knew I had overstepped a boundary. Quickly recognizing my […]
Jesus is the Treasure that Displaces Disappointment
Romans 15:13“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Though grief inundated my heart, my breath stilled with a sense of hope. My mind raced back to Tuesday’s prayer meeting. I could […]
When a Mother Chooses the Hard Path
Psalm 127:3-4Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. I feel a growing fire in my bones when I think of the great evil being perpetrated against children today. From abortion to human trafficking to an overwhelmed […]
Extend Compassion and Mercy
Seated on a couch outside, I laid my heart bare before my friend as I sobbed. I was hurt. In that moment of our friendship, it felt as if she could only find ways to pick me apart. Though I opened myself with sincerity, I expected her to respond with indifference or excuses, shrugging off […]
Halloween: It’s Innocent, or Is It?
Friend, as someone who deeply cares about you and your family, I feel compelled to share my thoughts on the topic of Halloween. Proceed at the risk of your comfort. Growing up, Halloween was one of my favorite holidays. I don’t know of any kid who doesn’t like dressing up (except my boy—but that’s a […]
Gratitude: A Doorway to Joy
Gratitude is a doorway to joy. I first heard the Lord speak this to me as I peered through the window of a dark basement during the 2020 COVID pandemic. As someone who isn’t naturally a homebody, I started feeling confined and gloomy. As I internally complained about being stuck in a “dungeon,” I suddenly […]
A Nudge to Write
I’ve had the nudge to write for a while, to share with others the journey the Lord has taken and is taking me on. I’m not one who wants a platform or a spotlight though, no matter how small or big. I like living a quiet life, tucked away from the busyness of social media […]