God has called mothers to do many things. We are a chef, a chauffeur, a referee, etc. It seems like we are always going and doing what needs to be done. It can be easy for us to become discouraged and exhausted through all of the work we must do. So, how can we be humble through the endless tasks… Read more
The world is aching for truth. This week, I came across a New York Times article that grabbed my attention. It had “Dangerous Fake Feminism” in the title. I felt compelled to read it, although I knew it probably wouldn’t be pretty. This article criticized an influential woman for playing into “old sexist ideas about women as nurturers and helpers.” Her offense? She forewent business opportunities in order to… Read more
Are you familiar with the term “hygge”? Chances are you have seen this little Danish word in an article or heard it on a podcast. The idea has become pretty popular recently. And with good reason, too, because who doesn’t want to talk about how we can make our homes cozier and our lives more rich with the things which bring us… Read more
Sabbath rest still matters. It matters for you. If you grew up in a Baptist Church Ministry, or if you have read through the Bible, you know about Sabbath. This was a weekly day of rest which God required His people to acknowledge during the time of the Old Covenant. This day was holy. It was blessed by God and set apart for rest… Read more
First of all, if you feel convicted to plan your family size based on how many college educations you think you can afford, I don’t think there is anything wrong with that! God will accomplish His will no matter what. High five for being responsible and providing well for your children! I have a slightly different perspective on this matter. My husband and I do… Read more
We are in the process of moving. Moving, I’ve realized, brings you face to face with your stuff in ways almost nothing else does. It’s a good thing that there are moving companies that can help pack, load and unload our belongings to make it a bit easier for families like ours who feel overwhelmed. It was slightly horrifying to… Read more
Presents can’t change everything. Cookies and milk and cute little elves can’t either. Nor can caroling, sleigh rides, or any amount of holiday cheer. But this? This can change everything! We are now in the middle of the holiday season, which means you have probably already had a fair share of parties, family traditions, and way too many cookies (Tell… Read more
As the Holidays approach, I know for a fact that my children will receive books. My mother and my mother-in-law are/were school-teachers. As a soon to be homeschooling mom, I have a love for new books as well. Reading is important to our family and we strive to read together everyday. For example, our family reads the Bible with each… Read more
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