With the beginning of a new decade, I think everyone was a little more excited than usual. An idea hung in the air of starting over fresh and new; putting the teens behind us and reaching forward to the 20’s with great expectation. Social media buzzed with delighted anticipation of what was to come inContinueContinue reading “2020: It Might Be Beautiful”
Category Archives: Faithful Living
Happy Mother’s Day To “That Mama”.
That mama who is organized, scheduled, and prepared. That mama who is spontaneous free of all care. That mama who is up while the house is still dark. That mama who’s still sleeping when it’s past nine o’clock. That mama who plans every meal with great care. That mama who has the five o’clock fridgeContinueContinue reading “Happy Mother’s Day To “That Mama”.”
Prayer: The Battle and The Blessing
Prayer. It’s one of the greatest blessings I know. It’s one of the greatest battles I fight. I would even venture to say that I’m pretty awful at it. And that bothers me, It’s really a privilege. I mean, how amazing is it to be able to come before the God of the universe andContinueContinue reading “Prayer: The Battle and The Blessing”
5 Ways To Waste Your Quarantine
I think we are all at a bit of a loss as to how to handle so much time at home! It seems as though there is a huge difference between getting to spend time at home and having to spend time at home. Speaking for myself, I feel somewhat trapped, unable to get aContinueContinue reading “5 Ways To Waste Your Quarantine”
Anxiety and Motherhood: The Struggle Is Real
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians 4:6 Hi, my name is Bethany, and I’m an anxious mama. It’s a daily battle. A constant fight. You too? Not so much? Well, regardless, I must say, as I lookContinueContinue reading “Anxiety and Motherhood: The Struggle Is Real”
WE Are Expecting: It Takes Two, Baby!
I remember…I was nearing the end of my first pregnancy. We were sitting in church one evening as our pastor was asking for any praise reports that anyone might like to share. Without hesitation, my husband popped his hand in the air and gladly reported that we were 36 weeks along and how thankful heContinueContinue reading “WE Are Expecting: It Takes Two, Baby!”
5 Secrets To Raising Happy, Healthy Eaters
Getting the kids to eat their veggies. It’s the classic dinner table battle. Ever overheard or understood the frustrated grumble of the parent who’s child wants nothing but French fries, cereal, or PB&J. Ever known you wanted to do better for them, but struggled to know where to start? Ever wondered what difference it wouldContinueContinue reading “5 Secrets To Raising Happy, Healthy Eaters”
Confessions Of A Mama Who Never was a “Kid Person”
Photo by Xavier Mouton Photographie on Unsplash The Struggle is Real Well, I take that back, the struggle isn’t real for everyone. I remember those girls I grew up with who were always babysitting, nannying, teaching classes at church, and every kid they came into contact with adored them. They’d laugh, play, joke, and entertain every child inContinueContinue reading “Confessions Of A Mama Who Never was a “Kid Person””
Hug A “Toxic” Person.
Ok, or no hugs. Hugs are not a necessity. (This coming from someone who generally only hugs people outside of my family if it’s been more than a year since I last saw you or I’m unable to escape the incoming embrace.) But just come with me on this journey. Yes, let’s talk for aContinueContinue reading “Hug A “Toxic” Person.”
“Just” a Stay at Home Mom
Why do you “just” stay home? Short nights of sleep…long days of crazy….messy hair, no make up and lots of coffee….snack after snack, diaper after diaper…tantrums and giggle fits. A never ending pile of laundry and dishes…a war zone of foam swords, nerf guns, hot wheels, dinosaurs and duplo blocks…laughter, squeals, screaming, yelling…just loud…it isContinueContinue reading ““Just” a Stay at Home Mom”