As a new mom, I had dreams of feeding my children only the healthiest, most nutritious foods.  I imagined that they would grow up with a palate that didn’t crave junk, but only wanted the best for their growing bodies. Looking back I almost laugh out loud at that thought, as my children often beg […]

My mind is reeling that February is here already and January is just a distant memory. Yet my dry, chapped hands and lips long for spring and the sign of new life. Personally, I am ready for winter to be over and yet we’re still over a month away from the first day of spring. […]

The winds of change have been brewing, and you see the ominous storm clouds circling ahead. You can feel it in your spirit that something big is going to happen, and for the first time, you believe it’s possible to change your ways. You don’t just yearn for change, you are desperate for it; believing […]

There I was in the bathroom of a local restaurant when they came in. You know, those ladies. The ones that have a lifetime of being beautiful, thin, popular, and just exude confidence from their perfect pores.   Just their presence made me more aware of my shortcomings and my thrift store clothes, which I was […]

I first heard the phrase, “serving your spouse” as a newly engaged young woman, ready to plan our wedding and start my life with the man of my dreams. “Serve my husband?”, I thought. Of COURSE I would lovingly serve him everyday for the rest of my life.  He’s my soul mate and there is […]

Growing up in the blustery winters of Wisconsin, I was surrounded by a large, boisterous family and our gatherings centered around laughter, love and food. Lots of food.  At every holiday there were tables of decadent desserts and rich, buttery entrees, all which called my name. At a young age I gorged myself on delicious dishes, […]

It was the end of Hubs’ long work weekend and I had the kids to myself for three whole days.  I know, so many of you deal with MUCH worse and the thought of a long weekend shouldn’t make me want to breathe into a paper bag. But throw in a case of Autism Spectrum […]

To the Discouraged & the Brokenhearted, Life. It’s filled with miracles, moments of pure bliss, and treasured memories. Yet among the beauty; there’s pain and amid the sunsets; storms. Life can be cruel, cutting like a knife, scarring with the deepest of hurts. Life can threaten to swallow us whole as discouragement fills our souls […]

Whether you realize it or not, there is a competition for your family.  The world is trying to drive a wedge into the family unit and cause strife among members. Activities, media, technology, social calendars, and just plain busyness threaten to disintegrate the family unit and immobilize its strength. Do you ever feel as though […]

2015 is finally here!  Do you have high hopes and are you dreaming big? Before you start chipping away at your resolutions, stop and bow your before the Lord, asking Him guide your path this year.  The 31 Days of Prayer for the New Year will help you center your heart and dedicate it to […]

Happy New Year’s Eve!  Does it feel as though this year has flown by? Do you look back at this year and wonder the impact that you made on those around you? While it’s easy to look at our flaws and want a quick fix on the areas we’re lacking, did you know there’s one […]