Motherhood
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You’re Doing a Great Job
“I just want to let you know, you’re doing a great job. I know it’s hard but you’re doing great.” Those were the words of a stranger at Target as I was in…
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Lost in Motherhood
I’m lost in motherhood. I’ve forgotten what it feels like to wear makeup every day and have grown-up conversations on a regular basis. I can’t tell you the last time I went two…
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Gracefully Stumbling Through Motherhood
I’m gracefully stumbling my way through motherhood. All of the decisions. All of the worrying about if I’m doing anything right. All of the moments of feeling like a complete failure. It starts…
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They Are His First
Every day of motherhood is surrendering your child over to God. Each day that they grow, develop, and need us less, is letting go and surrendering them over to Him. As much as…
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Motherhood is a Mess Full of Memories
Let me tell ya, motherhood is one big mess. There’s toys strung about the house and nothing has a home. There’s crumbs on the floor and food smeared on the furniture. There’s books…
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I’m Not the Best Mom
“I’m not the best mom.” I’ve heard moms say this, and it’s made me realize–why? What about you makes you not the “best?’ Is it because you let your kids eat sugary foods? …
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My Baby’s First Day of School
“Lord, I don’t like this one bit.” My baby’s first day of school. It seems like it was just yesterday I was counting the toes and examining the nose. Now, here we are,…
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A Gentle Answer Deflects Toddler Tantrums . . .
“Lord, I know that wasn’t the right way to respond. Please forgive me.” It was a full-blown scene in the middle of the store. She was so upset because I lost my cool…
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He’s My Kingdom Work Partner
This man right here: he’s my kingdom work partner. (Warning: I’m gonna get a little sappy about my hubby here.) He’s a godly man. Like, we both love Jesus and I know how…
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Holy Spirit, Please Help a Mama Out
“Holy Spirit, please help a mama out.” It’s a prayer I say . . . a lot. As a mom of two kids, I find myself needing a whole lot of help from…
