Finding Joy and Contentment in the Ordinary
I don't really have anything profound, inspiring, or spiritual to say this evening. It's been a very hard few days for me mentally. We have a wonderful DIPG community on Facebook and have gotten to know so many families through this common bond. Although I would never want this for anyone, it's very comforting to know… Continue reading Truth is…
So it may seem odd that I would even consider making such a list, but I have a reason behind this. In a world filled with negativity and living in circumstances that would seem justified to complain, I refuse to do so. Not only do I want my girls to see good in everything, I… Continue reading Top Ten Cancer Blessings
The last few days have been the most intense, emotional, and exhausting to date. I could fill page upon page with all of the thoughts and emotions that went through my head. But I won't do this. The one thing that keeps rolling around inside my mind is the biggest lesson that I learned. I… Continue reading Lessons in Love
"Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder." Luke 20:18 It was one of those days that brought exhaustion and frustration. One of the girls was having a really rough day getting control over herself. The temper tantrums kept coming and there… Continue reading Broken for the Better
She was 6 lbs. 8 oz. of perfectness. Big brown eyes. Dark hair that covered her entire head. Long "piano fingers", as we like to call them. Clara Esther Little. It was love at first sight. Looking at this sweet baby, you would never know what it took to get her here, but we did.… Continue reading When Fear Takes Hold
I fully believe God gives us the ability to overcome our tongues, I just haven't submitted fully to the idea yet. It feels good to be mean, yell, snark. But there are two questions to ask myself when I feel the urge: 1. Who am I helping by saying this? 2. Is this truly God honoring? I already know the answer...
"I am woman. Hear me roar!" This expression makes me laugh. It's true that women are tough. Really everyone has to be in this life. It's truly a battle. Just fighting against our own bodies is exhausting. The alarm goes off and your eyes just will not open. You finally do arise and your back… Continue reading The Warrior Within
God is so good when He allows us to receive joy from what is otherwise full of sorrow.
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