The Top 10 Psalms You Should Know

The Top 10 Psalms You Should Know  Motherhood. It is lonely and it is crowded. There are lots of voices we could listen to and glean from. I admit, it is overwhelming which advice to listen to. There are so many opinions trying to get into your heart. New mother, this is for you: Listen to your own voice. God has equipped you for this. Trust the gut. And Trust Him. Listen to the voice of God in the pages…

Why Relationships Matter More Than Our To-Do List 

Why Relationships Matter More Than Our To-Do List  When my children ran across the road, I was shamed into believing I was a bad mother. As I ushered my kids into the grocery store, I was constantly aware of the subtle glances I saw coming from onlookers. I have a lot of children. I know. Five children is a lot and often I fall into the trap of self-doubt.  Did we make a mistake? Am I enough for each one…

How Are You Measuring Success in Motherhood?

As we move out of our house this coming year, I’m wondering what to do with the part of the wall in our hallway. You see, it isn’t just a part of the wall, it is a piece of our family. Every six months we stand the children up to the hall and measure their height. As the years go by, we look to see how far they’ve grown. Bittersweet memories flood my mind every time I walk past that…

What She Said About Me

What She Said About Me Sarah talked my ear off. That’s what she would say, but it was never a bad thing. It was always a good thing and I loved her for that. The way she made me feel is something I will never forget. I might forget all of the other things she said about me (or even to me) I might even forget about the way she made me pancakes or let me stay up late at…