As our daughters get older, their emotions are getting wilder, questions are getting deeper and sometimes mouths are a bit smarter than my liking. But even on the days when I just want to discipline them, I try my best to affirm instead—Reminding them that they’re unique and natural born leaders. God created them just … Continue reading #Girlmom Reflections…
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🚨 About the Schools Re-opening in the Fall…
There is a lot to consider to say the least. It is a proven fact that the virus is likely to spread faster when indoors no matter what precautions are taken. There are people who are still asymptomatic. I stopped listening to the suggestions from our federal government because I feel they are not honest … Continue reading 🚨 About the Schools Re-opening in the Fall…
Seed Time…
In #NextGenKidz Church, we’ve been reading the book “Seeds- God’s Awesome Computers” by Priscilla Mitchell. In the first chapter she says, “The seeds follow God’s orders and know what to do.”•When I look this bean plant and how it’s grown in just 3 days, I’m reminded that God has put everything inside of us to … Continue reading Seed Time…
Restorative Justice Journey Part 1.
While in prayer and reading last week, I kept hearing and seeing the words restore/restoration. Then I came across this ‘Little Book of Restorative Justice’ by Howard Zehr, that I used years ago to complete my BS in Criminal Justice. This book changed my whole perspective of how I view and respond to crime and … Continue reading Restorative Justice Journey Part 1.
Seven Ways to Rest
The ‘Spring Forward’ time change hit me hard this year, y’all. REALly Hard. My sleep schedule is off and I’m more tired than I’ve ever been. It made me ponder the idea of rest and sleep. Because the usual sleep schedule is off for a lot of us, right now, it is even more vital … Continue reading Seven Ways to Rest
The Many Faces of Grief-Podcast
I was recently able to chat with my sister about grief on her podcast. It's just raw dialogue about our personal experience and experience with helping others deal with loss and trauma. My hope is that anyone who struggling with grief or trying support a loved one will find encouragement from some of our story. … Continue reading The Many Faces of Grief-Podcast
“If Only…”
In my teenage years I remember watching a bizarre movie by the name of Butterfly Effect. It was essentially about a young man who had a gift to travel back in time. His desire was to go in the past to change events with high hopes that it would improve the present. Unfortunately, every time … Continue reading “If Only…”
For the Dreamers…
Sitting at my desk looking at something I've managed to hold onto for 20 years... It’s a ceramic, somewhat basketball shaped, jewelry box. I made this keepsake when I was a freshman in high school and playing basketball for Zion Benton Township High school. #14 was the number I wore which was also the jersey … Continue reading For the Dreamers…
A Safe Place
Y’all know that mom who goes through old photos and falls into an emotional state of nostalgia... Yes, this is she and the one below, wrecked me . . . It was my first night home from the hospital and I was still sporting my wristband. This spot right here, on the warmer upper part … Continue reading A Safe Place
Hope Through the Unexpected & Unknown…
In and out of doctors offices, hospitals and urgent care facilities getting poked, pricked, squeezed and scanned has been part of my journey all year long. Each visit, of desperately searching for answers, unfortunately lead to four words I'll never forget, “We found a mass.” After receiving upsetting news about others it's natural for me … Continue reading Hope Through the Unexpected & Unknown…
