When Our Life Feels a Little “Off”

When Our Life Feels a Little Off Today I was noticing our cabinet door below our sink in our half bath by the kitchen was broken. I stood there and just sighed. It was like the door was exactly how I felt. A little off. It was a great summary of how my life felt. Just a little off. Broken just a little, still functional and still ok – but when you get down to look at it – it…

What to Do if the Harvest Seems Hollow

What to Do if the Harvest Seems Hollow I look at the years they have been in my home, gone to church, and still they struggle. I wonder about the seeds I’ve planted. What will they bring? It has been a joy to see them blossom this year. Their sweet personalities have come out. Jack’s generous spirit but lack of organization is highlighted. Titus’ sweet, accepting, and easy-going personality in all of the friends he’s made. The way his teacher…

How to Get It All Done in the Busy Season

Lately, I’ve had a lot of people ask me how I “get it all done.” First of all, I don’t. I don’t do “it all.” But I know what they mean: how do I do everything I do? I’m a homeschooling momma, with two in Christian school this year, a special-need’s daughter and a tiny-two-year old who is literally the definition of a “hot mess.” I work in several areas of my local church. I run this blog, develop and…

How to Flourish In the Midst of Change

A few months ago, my sweet friend, hair stylist and photographer, came to our house to snap some photos of our littles. She took this amazing picture of the window behind my sink. I don’t think she knew the window was one of my favorite places in the house, but I LOVE this picture: Don’t get me wrong, I don’t love washing dishes, but I do love looking outside if I have to soak my hands in soapy water. And…