“Life is better being a mom.”
Do What You Have To Do
Hey mama, are you struggling to get through your day? Are you just not having it with the tantrums, refusals of naps, potty training mishaps, or fighting between children? Well, you are not alone, and I'm here to tell you to do what you gotta do!
Dear Daughter, Please Forgive Me
Baby girl, As I approach the day it's time to tell you where you came from, the day I tell you that the daddy you thought was your own flesh and blood, is in fact your daddy through love, I pray God gives you understanding and grace for your mama.
Dear Parents, Quit Trying To Achieve Perfection
While sitting in Starbucks the other day, I notice a family of four waiting for their coffee. I hear the mom angrily say to her son to tuck his pants into his boots because his pants are high waters and he's making her look bad. Then I had a rush of moments just like this run through my head. Moments where I've seen and heard parents force perfectionism onto their kids. Often for the sake of themselves.
The good lies
Growing up we were all taught that lying was wrong....okay, so maybe it actually is, but I'm pretty sure it doesn't stop us parents from doing it anyways.
Being a parent at Christmas blows
I'll admit it. Being a parent at Christmas blows. Christmas is a beautiful time of the year. All the decorations. All the caroling. All the cookies. All the family. All the presents. And you know....of course Jesus. Hallelujah! So why on earth is Christmas a nightmare with children?
Thankfuls
In my family's opinion, "thankfuls" are the favorite of all traditions! Every Saturday we have a family sabbath. A full day of rest. No cleaning. No activities with friends. Family fun only, whether that be time at the beach (almost every Saturday), bowling, bookstore, or park. Then we have family dinners together....on the couch. Casual is more our style. Then we end our restful and fun day by getting cozy by the fire in the backyard and saying our thankfuls.