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It took me six years to become a mom, and six more before I gave birth. Yet all along the way I found blessings. 

God has been faithful despite heartache, loss, and disappointments. I would not change a thing, and even feel that my infertility was a blessing. Now I am a mom of two girls twelve years apart. 

"Man makes his plans, but the Lord determines his steps." And I thank the Lord everyday that He does, for his timing and his plans are infinitely better than my own. 

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A Real Danger of Social Media and Search Engines

As everyone has joined the world of technology, few remain below the radar. Through the use of search engines and social media, we are revealing more about ourselves to complete strangers than we share with some of our closer friends. We need to be more aware of what we post online and understand what we are revealing about apparent innocuous searches. Read more... 

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5 Tips to Teaching Your Child Responsibility

Millennials are thought to be irresponsible and lazy, but it doesn't have to be that way. As this next generation grows, it is our responsibility to teach them responsibility. As my oldest daughter is in her teens, I am often told how responsible and mature she is. These are five areas that I have been very intentional in teaching her responsibility. Read More...  

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Shhh... Don't Let Anyone Know I'm a Fraud

Do you ever feel like you are the least worthy person in a room. People compliment you on your job, your parenting, your success, and you feel as if only they knew who you really were, they wouldn't be praising you. Let me be the first to tell you, you are not alone in your feelings, nor are you a fraud. Don't ever believe the lies your mind tries to tell you. Read More... 

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How to Find Happiness as a Mom

Our culture often stresses the need for "me time." We are such a me focused society, but finding happiness is more than just finding time to focus on your self. It's about purpose, love, hope, and faith. These are all things that we find in our relationship with Jesus Christ. Here are some practical ways to find happiness while mothering your children. Read More... 

How to Survive Toddler Induced Insanity

Any mom who has had a toddler knows that those little bundle of joy, can drive us insane. From their insatiable thirst for attention and their sporadic meltdowns, we never know what to expect from those little bundles of energy. So how can we find peace and sanity throughout the terrible twos and fearsome fours.  Read more...