joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith & simple living
It’s late, and I’ve just crawled into bed, thrilled to be between the soft flannel sheets. The cool of the night surrounds me, but I can feel the warmth coming. It builds like mid-day in the summer, when the backyard is quiet and the heat of the sun rests like a lightweight blanket. Calm, warm,… [Read More]
The last year has really caused me to stop and think about change. How do I adjust to change? How do other women adjust to it? Am I open to accepting change? What changes have been the hardest to accept; the easiest? Here’s how I handle change: History proves Zack and I are very open… [Read More]
Good afternoon! As I write to you I’m seated at a large table inside a library, and I’m happy to be spending time in this building once again. I really enjoy being surrounded by so many books and patrons interested in learning and growth. Zack and I are re-watching Downton Abbey, and in one recent… [Read More]
Hello! I’m happy to be able to share with you a video of a talk I gave in May on Spiritual Mothering & Mentorship. This topic hits right to my heart and walk with Jesus! I love, LOVE these particular topics. And if I’m privileged to know you in real life, you know I thrive… [Read More]
Today feels like a great day to share with you some “breath prayer” art made by my real-life friend, Lisa! Her shop, My Little Buffalo, features beautiful and perfectly simplistic illustrations (family portraits & wall art). I was first introduced to the concept of a breath prayer through the writings of the late Shelly Miller…. [Read More]
You may remember me sharing that last summer, Zack and I began waking up at 4:30 in the morning to read scripture, worship, and pray. It was such an enriching time for us, especially as we were navigating his job loss in March and we suddenly found ourselves with an abundance of time at home…. [Read More]
Last summer, Zack and I began waking up at 4:30 am to worship, read scripture, and pray. This song quickly became one of my favorite songs. As the months passed, I had stored even more of God’s wisdom in my heart, and as I listened to the words sang in the song, it was a… [Read More]
HAPPY MONDAY to you! This month brought a handful of fun surprises, delights and a few laughing snorts. I’d love to share them with you… The first is our new couch arrived! It’s light gray, tufted, a sectional (glory!) and Mid-Century Modern in design. We all love it so much! Max told me today, “I don’t… [Read More]
I’m writing to you in the evening which generally is not when I write, but tonight IT IS when I’m writing. Normally at this time of day I have very little comprehendible thoughts. Let’s see what I’m able to put together… The day is coming to an end for our four young children. They’re being… [Read More]
