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To The Anxious Mama

There is Hope. There is Peace. You are NOT alone. You DON’T have to figure it all out and do everything for everyone. Relax. Let go. In fact, let it all go…into the hands of Jesus. Jesus is not just some random being who might do an okay job and maybe care about your life… Continue reading To The Anxious Mama

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When All Hell Breaks Loose

Stop. Pause. Take a breath. You don't have to move or do anything. Take a couple of minutes to calm your heartbeat. Your feet are on solid ground. The air around you is good to breathe. Get a drink of water and sit for a moment. These moments HAPPEN. They do. The timing of these… Continue reading When All Hell Breaks Loose

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When The Baby “Firsts” Become The Baby “Lasts”

I cried in church today. I dropped off my precious twins to the nursery for the first time. And that was the last time for that “first”. There really is something to the very first “first” with your first baby and then the very last “first” with your last baby that feels almost the same.… Continue reading When The Baby “Firsts” Become The Baby “Lasts”

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When You Can’t See Past Tired

It’s okay. Take a deep breath and close your eyes. Picture yourself curled up in your favorite resting position, all safe and warm, without a care in the world. This is how Jesus is holding you right now. “And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out… Continue reading When You Can’t See Past Tired

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When Motherhood Gets You Down…Look Up

We all have our moments. THOSE moments. Everything seems to be going swimmingly, then all of a sudden, a hook comes out of left field and drags you under the waves. You had a handle on this. It was finally going to be okay. But no. Whatever it is, is back, and in greater force.… Continue reading When Motherhood Gets You Down…Look Up