I don't know about you, but I love summer. Even Oklahoma summers with their scorching temps and no relief in sight. Summer is for making memories. It's for sticky snow cones and the smell of sunscreen. Summer is for playing outside until the sky turns black and crickets chirp. Here's a few of the memory making activities I hope our family can enjoy this summer. What are your favorite summer activities? 1. Swimming 2. Running through the sprinkler 3. Walking barefoot in the Continue Reading
A Movie’s Impact
John and I were long overdue for a date night. I called the sitter and we headed to see Moms' Night Out. I had heard great things about the movie, and the idea of laughing until my belly ached was quite appealing. John's coworker had shared with him that the main character reminded him of me. I wasn't really sure what that meant. Was that good or bad? So with popcorn, a pretzel with cheese, and a Dr Pepper in hand (don't judge) I got comfortable and prepared to laugh. I didn't expect Continue Reading
Spiritual Seeds Sprouting
In November 2012 I shared our adoption story during Orphan Sunday at my parent's church in Texas. We had a Compassion International table set up with approximately 20 children who needed sponsors. I remember praying over each child before the event, asking God to provide a sponsor for them. Only two children were sponsored that day. I left church feeling defeated and was on the verge of tears. I felt like I had failed God and those children. John reminded me that I had made a big Continue Reading
The 500th Gift
On Mother's Day I reached the half-way mark. #500 Using my voice to encourage other mamas through my blog and books. I'm halfway through listing out 1,000 gifts and my perspective is really beginning to change. I looked at Mother's Day differently this year. My focus was on all the small gifts throughout the day and not just the gift that was missing (the hammock I hinted at a few times). For the first time (on a major holiday) I wasn't completely disappointed. I didn't let my Continue Reading
Trucks, Tantrums & Trusting Him {Ebook Release}
I'm amazed at how many lessons God has taught me through trucks and tantrums - my son's and my own. This Mother's Day I wanted to offer up a little encouragement to mamas who aren't quite sure what they've gotten themselves into. Today, my ebook Trucks, Tantrums & Trusting Him: Confessions of a Boy Mom releases on Amazon. Don't let the title fool you. This book isn't just for boy moms, but for any mama who's heart is weary. For the mother who needs to be reminded that there's magic Continue Reading