I will savor these moments when she wants to be right next to me. I will hold her hand a little tighter and a little bit more lovingly. I will pull her close and tell her how much she means to me. I will make sure she knows I’m proud of the wonderful young lady … Continue reading Our Holding Hands Days Are Slipping through My Fingers
Author Interview with Kate Foster
I have partnered with Kate Foster and The Children's Book Review to bring you an interview with author Kate Foster, author of All the Small Wonderful Things. Be sure to check out the book giveaway at the end of the interview for your chance to win an autographed hardcover copy of the book. All the … Continue reading Author Interview with Kate Foster
Look for Contentment Where You Are Today
When my husband and I were first married, we rented a run-down place that didn’t cost much. It certainly wasn’t a dream home. Honestly, I was less than thrilled about renting in the first place. I expected that we would buy a house when we got married. That’s what my parents did. That’s what many … Continue reading Look for Contentment Where You Are Today
Author Interview with Dr. Drew Palacio
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and author Dr. Drew Palacio for an interview with Dr. Drew about his newest picture book, Troubles and Doubles and Reflections Askew. Check out the giveaway at the end of the interview for your chance to win a signed copy of two of Dr. Drew Palacio's books. … Continue reading Author Interview with Dr. Drew Palacio
Author Interview with Aaron Lewis Krol
I have partnered with Page Street Kids and The Children's Book Review to bring you an interview with Aaron Lewis Krol, author of A Cloud in a Jar. Be sure to check out the giveaway at the end of the interview for your chance to win a hardcover copy of A Cloud in a Jar. … Continue reading Author Interview with Aaron Lewis Krol
Author Interview with Emma Pearl
I have partnered with author Emma Pearl and The Children's Book Review for a special interview with Emma about her newest book, Saving the Sun. Be sure to check out the book giveaway at the end of the interview for your chance to win a copy of Saving the Sun and Mending the Moon. Saving … Continue reading Author Interview with Emma Pearl
Author Interview with Stephen G. Bowling
I have partnered with Stephen G. Bowling and The Children's Book Review to bring you an interview with Stephen, author of Grandma's House is Haunted. Be sure to check out the giveaway at the end of the interview for your chance to win a picture book prize pack and an Amazon gift card. Grandma’s House … Continue reading Author Interview with Stephen G. Bowling
Childhood Is Not a Race
Sweet child, I know you want to grow up. You want to get older and do more and more. I see you changing day after day. You are no longer a little girl, but you’re turning into a young lady. You’re becoming this wonderful person who leads and cares for others. It’s a beautiful thing to … Continue reading Childhood Is Not a Race
Author Interview with Dougie Coop
I have partnered with Dougie Coop and The Children's Book Review to bring you a special interview with Dougie Coop, author of The Snail and the Butterfly. Be sure to check out a special giveaway at the end of the interview for your chance to win a personalized signed copy of his book and some … Continue reading Author Interview with Dougie Coop
Dear Hurting Friend, I’m Here for You
Sweet friend, I know you’re going through a tough time right now, and I wish I had the perfect words to lift the burden from your shoulders. I wish I could take away all your pain. I long to give you advice to encourage your heart and motivate you as you walk this difficult journey, but … Continue reading Dear Hurting Friend, I’m Here for You
Book Review – Dare to Question
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and author Jasmine A. Stirling to bring you a book review of Jasmine's latest picture book, Dare to Question: Carrie Chapman Catt's Voice for the Vote. Be sure to check out the giveaway at the end of the review for your chance to win a signed copy … Continue reading Book Review – Dare to Question
Stop Chasing What’s Next and Give God Your Now
God has you here for a reason. He has placed you exactly where He wants you to be, and you have an opportunity to minister to someone along your path who needs exactly what you have to give. I know you might not feel qualified for the task before you, and that’s okay. He will … Continue reading Stop Chasing What’s Next and Give God Your Now
Dear Child, One Day You Will Find Your People
Sweet friend, I know your heart aches. Your child comes home from school frustrated day after day, informing you that the kids in her class are mean, that she doesn’t have any friends. I know it breaks your heart and you wish kids could see how amazing your child is. She might not fit in right now, … Continue reading Dear Child, One Day You Will Find Your People
Find the Freedom of Saying No
It’s okay to say no. We live our lives in fast-forward, constantly moving from one thing to the next, continually striving for more, but we barely take a moment to catch our breath. There are seasons of life when our schedules are naturally full. There are seasons of life when we need to suck it up … Continue reading Find the Freedom of Saying No
Overwhelmed Mama, Take a Moment to Sit at the Feet of Jesus
Mama friend, I know you’re exhausted. It feels like you have nothing left to give. You know you need to take a moment for yourself, but you don’t know how. I know it all feels endless—like it will never be any different. I know you long for a week, a day, or an hour to … Continue reading Overwhelmed Mama, Take a Moment to Sit at the Feet of Jesus