Living a life full of faithfulness and impact isn’t made in the big moments, but in the small. Though she had a life of suffering, my mother left a legacy of great joy, courageous trust in God and service to Him and others.[…]
Motherhood & Chronic Illness: Resting Wisely, Loving Fully & Embracing Help
Motherhood doesn’t take a day off when chronic illness demands more. Read on for ways we can reach out to community, delight in small pleasures with our children and trust God for His rest when we’re weary. […]
Mom and Merle Norman – What Makeup Taught Me About Loving Well
My mom used to buy her makeup almost exclusively at Merle Norman. I was often irritated with that stop on our way to the mall, until I learned much about grief, friendship, and a mother’s strength to persevere. […]
What Chronic Illness is Teaching Me About Saying Yes
I almost missed out on a beautiful bike ride this past weekend. Our schedule had been packed to the brim, and I needed two things at the store, so my inclination was to say “no.” But I said “yes” anyway, and I’m so thankful for that perfect fall afternoon and the lessons learned on that bike path. […]