A Note To Mom

Every stage and circumstance changes what it means to be a mother. Nine staff members have written these honest and vulnerable “Mother’s Day notes” below. We hope you find a note in this collection that encourages you – just where you are – this Mother’s Day. How can God possibly make good out of your […]
The Thing About Motherhood Is…

Well, there are a lot of things, aren’t there? So many things. All. The. Time. But THE thing about motherhood is that God chose you. God trusted you. God knew you were the right mama for your kids. That’s it. That’s the message. You are chosen. Hand picked. You’re a mother. And yet, there are […]
Kids, Don’t Fight With Each Other…Fight For Me.

Dear Andrew, Mitch, and Adelyn, Just don’t fight. One day a year. Don’t fight. You are familiar with my standing Mother’s Day request for the last 10 years. Save your money. Keep the flowers. Don’t give me chocolate. Be nice to each other. For 12 hours. For one day. My day. Mother’s Day. You guys […]
I’m not a leader.

My friend recently asked me to share my wisdom on what it means to be a leader, and how to grow as a leader. Her question made me do one of those double takes, where you look behind you to see who the person is really addressing. Me? A leader? I have spent the last […]