The other day as I watched This Is Us, one moment stuck out to me more than anything else during the sixty minute episode. Jack and Rebecca notice only a few kids from Randall's class have shown up for his birthday party. They are heartbroken and angry when they see the almost empty backyard. Deep down they believe it's because he's black, because he's different from the other kids. Like any good parent, they want to fix the problem. They don't want to see their son treated Continue Reading
Purposing My Heart
Ann Voskamp recently wrote this post and I loved it for so many reasons, but especially because of these eight words. She writes, Purposing to change happens where prayer meets perseverance. I recently wrote about the areas I'd like to see change in this year. You can read about them here. Through prayer and perseverance I hope my a life becomes a greater reflection of Jesus. In 2017 I purpose to... Embrace Motherhood. After all, it's a pretty high calling in God's eyes. Continue Reading
Release and Embrace
There are moments when I feel like we're in the pits of hell. Maybe that sounds extreme; but I think any special needs mama would describe certain situations that way if she were truly being honest. These moments probably don't look all that hellish to the people on the outside looking in. To them, it's just a little boy who needs more discipline. It's just a mama who needs to get a grip. It's another barely touched meal tossed in the garbage. It's a temper tantrum he should be able to snap Continue Reading
Writing and Faith {A Challenge for 2017}
Last year I came to this space to be transparent. Writing is therapy. Writing is ingrained in me. I shared the joys and the struggles of special needs parenting. I shared my faith and how it often waivers when I'm in the midst of meltdowns. I want my words to matter. I want them to bring hope. I want my readers to see that my life is overflowing with imperfection, but when his His grace collides something beautiful comes out of the mess. As I went through my top posts of 2016 I was Continue Reading
Five Simple Treats {For The Holiday Season}
One of my favorite things to do during the holidays is bake. I have so many wonderful recipes that have been passed down through our family over the years. While I love making my grandmother's NOEL and Wreath cookies, they take some time. Sometimes you just need a simple sweet treat to take to your holiday parties or to give as gifts. These five simple treats have been my go-to for the past few years. I hope they make your holidays a little less stressful... Peppermint Bark I Continue Reading