Comparison is the thief of joy and I know that…. I feel like this year, turning 39, I’m comparing myself to others a lot more lately. I see other people who are actually YOUNGER than me succeeding more than me. I feel like I haven’t accomplished anything. I’m close to a million dollars in debt […]

We had a series of sermons a few weeks back about finding God’s glory and beauty all around. I’ve always been in awe of the beauty in this world and nature in the world, especially when humans haven’t been involved. Many times when I’ve been stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, I would drive out into the […]

A prayer for my work/business… Father, You are the foundation stone on which I build this business. You are my God, the wonderful creator of everything that I am and all that I see. I ask for a blessing on the work of my hands, for You have entrusted us as stewards of Your creation. Please guide […]

I’m the happiest I’ve ever been and I’m really happy with where my life is right now. The boys are at the perfect age to be fun and more independent. They are learning new things and are so proud of the things they can do. What worries me is what disaster is around the corner […]

….this stage of life is beautiful, too. Like, really really beautiful. This is the stage of life where every single older person you ever meet tells you, “you’re going to miss this”. And you already know it’s true. It’s the stage where your kids love you more than they are EVER going to love you […]

Do you ever have ideas of what your child’s life will be like? I imagined mine would play sports and be “normal”. Now those thoughts are having to change. We found out in December that my one twin has hearing loss which will make life more difficult for him. We also found out the hearing […]

My story is a long one and has had many hills and valleys along the way. I’ve come to realize my story is what makes me who I am and I am not ashamed of the struggles. Here is my story… After about 7 years of intermittent back pain, in 2011, I had health insurance […]

I’m sure it’s just the loneliness and depression talking but that is the thought running through my head tonight. Would anyone miss me if I went social media dark? Would anyone text me to ask how I was doing? During this social distancing period I’ve not seen anyone besides coworkers and clients. Would anyone notice […]

Loss of any further children means turning a page and starting a new chapter in my life that I’ve never envisioned. All my life I’ve dreamed about what my life would/should be like up until having children. I didn’t have a vision beyond that. I’m now in that point of life. That is both scary […]

I had a dream and it was taken from me. Now I have to learn to live with my reality and see the blessings in front of me. Now onto my dream I had this afternoon while napping. Picture me entering heaven after a long life (or short who knows). I see a little boy […]