Mary was the perfect mom, right? It’s easy to put Mary on a pedestal…this fabulous virgin, chosen by God for the most important role in the history of the world… But what if she was actually just a young woman…humble, imperfect, scared, and wondering how she could measure up? I spent 13 years serving as a pastor at a church… View Post
First of all, be sure to download the free printable that goes along with this craft here! Then follow the step-by-step instructions below. STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Decide if you would like to color your own Nativity figures or use the ones that are already color – filled. 2. Print the sheets onto card stock (if possible). 3. Cut along the… View Post
What does “success” look like for you when it comes to motherhood? Back when I was studying developmental psychology for my counseling degree, we talked about this mind-blowing concept called GoodEnough Parenting. It’s the idea that there’s a wide range of parenting styles and behavior that will still produce kids who are decent, well-adjusted people who care about others and… View Post
I have a confession: I love parties. If you’re into the enneagram, I’m a Type 7, which basically means that FUN is one of my biggest goals in life. That may explain why getting myself to do the dishes is such a huge ordeal. Anyway… I discovered this love for parties by the time I was about 6 years old…. View Post
Want to listen to the podcast episode of this? Click below! Otherwise, scroll down to read! I love the holidays. It is seriously my favorite time of year, so naturally, I want it to be a time where I connect with my husband and we truly enjoy those moments. But there’s just this TINY little problem. I love Christmas music… View Post