Don’t Worry About a Thing!

by | Mar 21, 2020 | Worry

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Phil 4:6-7, NIV)   It’s...
Confessions of an Imperfect Mom

Confessions of an Imperfect Mom

by | Feb 4, 2017 | Acceptance

  Over the first few years of my child’s life, I tried to be the perfect mom, or at least what I imagined was perfection. I drove myself crazy and into depression, doubting my ability. I was so afraid that I’d forget how long it had been since I’d given her...

Their Needs, My Needs

by | Oct 31, 2016 | Rest

Feeling resentful? Angry? When is the last time you slowed down to check your people pleasing meter? There’s nothing wrong with baking cupcakes for your child’s class or running errands for your parents or making crafts for the Christmas Bazaar. But when we say “yes”...
For every anxious mom . . .

For every anxious mom . . .

by | Oct 16, 2016 | Patience

As a new mom, I often felt like I was supposed to be “doing something” all the time. Buy this new mind-stimulating toy, read the latest book on parenting, search for this or that newest, best, delicious, nutritious organic baby food–even if it meant...