The First 3 Steps for Living in Today

Devotional

My new motto is “Survive Today”. If adoption has taught me anything, it has taught me the future is always uncertain. No matter how much you plan. Or prepare. Or pray. I have learned to live one day at a time. With four little ones, homeschooling, all of the therapy and appointments I can only live in today. Matthew 6:34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Today is enough. Living in…

Are You Feeling Forgotten?

Devotional, Psalm

Genesis 40:23 – “Yet the chief cupbearer did not remember Joseph, but forgot him.” Do you feel forgotten in your waiting? Left out. No baby showers or pregnancy countdowns while I wanted to bring home our China girl. No apps to show how she is growing. No tips or tricks in preparing the nursery. No check lists for recommended baby registering 101. No. Women adopting are often forgotten in the sea of waiting. Do you feel forgotten in your waiting? Looked over….

Resources for a Life of Rest

Devotional, Motherhood

Articles on Living a Rest-Filled Sabbath Rest  3 Ways to Enter into His Rest Now Why Your Daily Push Practice of Rest Why Rest Takes Courage Hope Love V. 9 5 Things Every Busy Mom Needs Books to Dive Deeper into His Word Simply Tuesday Becoming a Woman of Simplicity   The Best Yes   Abide in Christ Hands Free Mama Special Videos Simply Tuesday by Emily P. Freeman  Facebook / / Twitter / / Instagram / / Pinterest Do you struggle finding time to study…

Six Steps to Simple Living

Devotional, Motherhood

I had to give up naps. Don’t get me wrong, I love naps. I had been taking naps since high school. Afternoon naps were what got me through college and all of the late nights.  Naps were my lifeline while I was a new mom with an infant. Naps were my saving grace when I had my second newborn and a toddler. My life has revolved around nap time for seven years now. It still does, but I no longer make the…